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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 New Hampshire, emotional abuse of a child can indeed be considered a form of child abuse and may lead to criminal charges. The state's child protection laws recognize that emotional abuse can have severe and long-lasting effects on a child's well-being. Consequently, courts in New Hampshire take allegations of emotional abuse seriously, especially in the context of custody disputes. When determining custody arrangements, the court's primary concern is the best interest of the child. A substantiated history of emotional abuse by a parent can significantly influence the court's decision on custody and visitation rights. The court may order various interventions, such as supervised visitation or mandatory counseling, to protect the child's emotional health and safety.

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