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Emotional abuse of a child may constitute child abuse and be the basis for criminal charges. Because of the potential adverse effects on children, courts take issues of emotional abuse of children seriously, and a history of emotional abuse of the child may have a significant impact on the court’s determination of what custody arrangement is in the best interest of the child.

In Kentucky, emotional abuse of a child is recognized as a form of child abuse and can lead to criminal charges. Emotional abuse includes acts or omissions that cause or could reasonably be expected to cause emotional harm to a child. Kentucky law mandates that any person who suspects that a child is being abused must report it to the authorities. The impact of emotional abuse is taken seriously by the courts, particularly in the context of custody disputes. When determining custody arrangements, Kentucky courts are guided by the best interest of the child standard, which considers the mental and emotional well-being of the child. A history of emotional abuse by a parent can significantly influence the court's decision on custody and visitation rights, potentially leading to supervised visitation or limited parental rights for the offending parent to protect the child's welfare.

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