Maternal Deprivation Syndrome
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Maternal deprivation syndrome describes the disturbances in the physical, emotional, and behavioral development of a child that arise when there is a lack of the emotional bond and consistent care that they would expect to receive from their mother figure or primary caregiver.
Common symptoms:
- Delay in growth or development
- Difficulties with bonding and with regulating emotions
- Apathy, irritability, or disturbances of sleep and feeding
When to see a doctor? It is advisable to consult when a child shows a delay in development or marked changes in behavior and emotional bonding.
Which specialist treats it? The pediatrician evaluates development and the psychologist supports the emotional aspect and the bond. Seeking professional guidance in time favors the well-being of the child and those around them.
Data on 541 doctors who treat maternal deprivation syndrome
Which specialist treats maternal deprivation syndrome?
Maternal deprivation syndrome should be addressed by a Psychologist; a Psychoanalyst can also support the therapeutic process.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in maternal deprivation syndrome
Dr. Jetro Osorio
Dr. Talina Mendivil Sánchez
Dr. Nayeli Solis Argüelles
Dr. María de Lourdes Verde hoyos
Dr. Evelin Flores
Dr. Juan David García Romero
Dr. Daniel García Sánchez Mejorada
Dr. Frida Larrache Campos
Dr. Venus Xochiquetzal Villalobos Hernández
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Elizabeth Bautista López
Dr. Emmanuel Hernández Sánchez
Dr. Katherine Mawcinitt Backmann
Dr. Brisa Vega Castellanos
Dr. Gimena Soledad Liberman Estévez
Dr. Miriam Nava Castillo
Dr. Daniel Ivan Aquino
Dr. Osiris Ángeles
Dr. Alejandra Palomera Sánchez
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Frequently asked questions
What is maternal deprivation syndrome?
Maternal deprivation syndrome describes the disturbances in the physical, emotional, and behavioral development of a child that arise when there is a lack of the emotional bond and consistent care that they would expect to receive from their mother figure or primary caregiver.
Which doctor treats maternal deprivation syndrome?
Maternal deprivation syndrome should be addressed by a Psychologist; a Psychoanalyst can also support the therapeutic process.