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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 Mexico, 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 have an adverse effect on the psychological well-being of a child. This can encompass a range of behaviors from verbal abuse, rejection, and threats to more subtle forms of abuse such as neglect or lack of affection. New Mexico's child protection statutes consider the emotional and psychological health of the child when determining cases of abuse. When it comes to custody arrangements, the courts prioritize the best interest of the child. A history of emotional abuse can significantly influence the court's decision on custody matters. The court may consider evidence of emotional abuse when determining which parent is awarded custody and may set conditions to protect the child's emotional well-being, such as supervised visitation or mandatory counseling for the abusive parent.

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