1. Abandonment
Making available a safety net for these infants is a major concern for all humanity. ... The second highest peak in risk for infant homicide occurs during the eighth week of life and may be due to a caregiver's reaction to an infant's persistent crying. Infant crying duration peaks at six to eight weeks of age. Among homicides during the first week of life, 89% of perpetrators are female, usually the mother. ... • "Newborn infant:" infant who is medically determined to be less than 72 hours old. ...
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- Grade Level: High School