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18 People Who Had It Up To HERE And Ended Toxic Relationships Once And For All

The author's father perpetuated a pattern of neglectful behavior, illustrating the importance of mutual effort in relationships.

Asking Eric: My grandson is always booked. I'm thinking of leaving the state.

Establishing a more regular connection with your son and daughter-in-law could improve family ties and alleviate feelings of neglect.

Dear Abby: She's another man's fiancee. Is there still hope for me?

Holding on to a non-reciprocated love can be emotionally harmful; prioritize your self-respect.

18 People Who Had It Up To HERE And Ended Toxic Relationships Once And For All

The author's father perpetuated a pattern of neglectful behavior, illustrating the importance of mutual effort in relationships.

Asking Eric: My grandson is always booked. I'm thinking of leaving the state.

Establishing a more regular connection with your son and daughter-in-law could improve family ties and alleviate feelings of neglect.

Dear Abby: She's another man's fiancee. Is there still hope for me?

Holding on to a non-reciprocated love can be emotionally harmful; prioritize your self-respect.
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#animal-welfare

More than 40 dogs, half of them dead, found in Riverside County hoarder's home, officials say

Discovering a hoarding situation with numerous neglected dogs, half of them deceased, emphasizes the need for proper animal care and intervention.

Star, the abandoned Pitbull's heartbreaking story ignites outcry and push for animal cruelty reforms - QNS

An abandoned pitbull suffering from severe health issues was euthanized after being rescued, highlighting the plight of neglected animals.

Dog that was left to starve had eaten plastic fork and food packaging

A woman was banned from owning pets for life after neglecting her dog Haze, leading to severe suffering and eventual euthanasia.

Over 50 Ragdoll and British Shorthair cats rescued from California breeder, cops say

Over 50 cats were rescued from a California breeder accused of neglect and illegal breeding practices.

Man starved dog to death while tied to tree outside Romford bungalow

A man avoided jail after neglecting his dog to death by leaving it tied to a tree with no food or proper shelter.

More than 40 dogs, half of them dead, found in Riverside County hoarder's home, officials say

Discovering a hoarding situation with numerous neglected dogs, half of them deceased, emphasizes the need for proper animal care and intervention.

Star, the abandoned Pitbull's heartbreaking story ignites outcry and push for animal cruelty reforms - QNS

An abandoned pitbull suffering from severe health issues was euthanized after being rescued, highlighting the plight of neglected animals.

Dog that was left to starve had eaten plastic fork and food packaging

A woman was banned from owning pets for life after neglecting her dog Haze, leading to severe suffering and eventual euthanasia.

Over 50 Ragdoll and British Shorthair cats rescued from California breeder, cops say

Over 50 cats were rescued from a California breeder accused of neglect and illegal breeding practices.

Man starved dog to death while tied to tree outside Romford bungalow

A man avoided jail after neglecting his dog to death by leaving it tied to a tree with no food or proper shelter.
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#homicide

Drowning Death of 11-Month-Old Girl in the Bronx Is Ruled a Homicide

The drowning of 11-month-old Jazeli Mirabal has been ruled a homicide, highlighting alarming trends in infant deaths linked to neglect and abuse.

NYC mom charged in death of son, 4, who was found malnourished and burned: cops

A mother faces serious charges following the tragic death of her young son, who was found in critical condition with several health issues.

Deadly neglect: Man accused of abusing, then killing octogenarian Upper West Side mother, prosecutors say | amNewYork

Edward Asencio faces manslaughter and assault charges for allegedly neglecting and killing his elderly mother after months of abuse.

Drowning Death of 11-Month-Old Girl in the Bronx Is Ruled a Homicide

The drowning of 11-month-old Jazeli Mirabal has been ruled a homicide, highlighting alarming trends in infant deaths linked to neglect and abuse.

NYC mom charged in death of son, 4, who was found malnourished and burned: cops

A mother faces serious charges following the tragic death of her young son, who was found in critical condition with several health issues.

Deadly neglect: Man accused of abusing, then killing octogenarian Upper West Side mother, prosecutors say | amNewYork

Edward Asencio faces manslaughter and assault charges for allegedly neglecting and killing his elderly mother after months of abuse.
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#investigation

Georgia funeral home owner jailed after 18 decomposing bodies found while authorities were serving an eviction notice

Chris Lee Johnson was arrested for neglecting 18 decomposing bodies at his funeral home, leading to multiple counts of abuse of a dead body.

Fire partly destroys Grade-II listed London pub

A heritage-listed pub in south-west London, Burn Bullock, was severely damaged in a blaze, sparking an investigation into the incident.

Georgia funeral home owner jailed after 18 decomposing bodies found while authorities were serving an eviction notice

Chris Lee Johnson was arrested for neglecting 18 decomposing bodies at his funeral home, leading to multiple counts of abuse of a dead body.

Fire partly destroys Grade-II listed London pub

A heritage-listed pub in south-west London, Burn Bullock, was severely damaged in a blaze, sparking an investigation into the incident.
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#lawsuit

Lawsuit: Contra Costa social workers, Antioch police failed to prevent parents' deadly abuse of toddler

The lawsuit exposes systemic failures in protecting children from abusive environments by social services.

They took away the love of my life': Widow sues over diabetic man's death in California jail

The widow of a man who died from insulin neglect in jail has filed a lawsuit, emphasizing systemic failures in medical care for inmates.

Lawsuit: Contra Costa social workers, Antioch police failed to prevent parents' deadly abuse of toddler

The lawsuit exposes systemic failures in protecting children from abusive environments by social services.

They took away the love of my life': Widow sues over diabetic man's death in California jail

The widow of a man who died from insulin neglect in jail has filed a lawsuit, emphasizing systemic failures in medical care for inmates.
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#community-response

NYC father charged in death of his malnourished 4-year-old son, day after mom was arrested

The parents of Jahmeik Modlin have been charged with criminally negligent homicide following the boy's death due to malnutrition and hypothermia.

Dog left on apartment balcony in Pleasanton dies from heat stroke

A dog died on a balcony in Pleasanton due to apparent neglect while neighbors sought help.

Police investigation over unexplained' death of four-month-old baby

Police are investigating the unexplained death of a baby in Wales, with two individuals arrested for child neglect.

NYC father charged in death of his malnourished 4-year-old son, day after mom was arrested

The parents of Jahmeik Modlin have been charged with criminally negligent homicide following the boy's death due to malnutrition and hypothermia.

Dog left on apartment balcony in Pleasanton dies from heat stroke

A dog died on a balcony in Pleasanton due to apparent neglect while neighbors sought help.

Police investigation over unexplained' death of four-month-old baby

Police are investigating the unexplained death of a baby in Wales, with two individuals arrested for child neglect.
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#child-welfare

Boy, 4, dies after he's found burned, freezing and malnourished inside NYC apartment: sources

A 4-year-old boy died tragically due to severe malnourishment, burns, and hypothermia, raising suspicions surrounding his mother's involvement.

Brutally neglected Manhattan 4-year-old boy, Jahmeik Modlin, weighed just 19 pounds before his death: prosecutors

Mother charged with manslaughter and child endangerment for her 4-year-old son's malnutrition and death.

Bedridden boy, 10, starves to death after mom's fatal OD in NYC home: sources

A bedridden boy starved to death after his mother died of an overdose, highlighting systemic failures in child protection services.

Mother, 10-Year-Old Son Found Decomposing In NYCHA

Investigation urged after a mother and son were found dead in a Bronx apartment, highlighting failures of the child protective system.

Alarm bells' raised by authorities before died in 'rubbish strewn' Sutton house fire

Inadequate follow-up support led to tragic consequences for Rose's children, raising critical questions about child welfare oversight.

NYC's child protection agency is coddling troubled parents, leaving kids to die

The deaths of children linked to ACS reflect systemic failures in protecting at-risk youth.
Previous investigations into families show neglect and substance abuse go unaddressed.
A shift in ACS's operational focus is urgently needed to prioritize child welfare.

Boy, 4, dies after he's found burned, freezing and malnourished inside NYC apartment: sources

A 4-year-old boy died tragically due to severe malnourishment, burns, and hypothermia, raising suspicions surrounding his mother's involvement.

Brutally neglected Manhattan 4-year-old boy, Jahmeik Modlin, weighed just 19 pounds before his death: prosecutors

Mother charged with manslaughter and child endangerment for her 4-year-old son's malnutrition and death.

Bedridden boy, 10, starves to death after mom's fatal OD in NYC home: sources

A bedridden boy starved to death after his mother died of an overdose, highlighting systemic failures in child protection services.

Mother, 10-Year-Old Son Found Decomposing In NYCHA

Investigation urged after a mother and son were found dead in a Bronx apartment, highlighting failures of the child protective system.

Alarm bells' raised by authorities before died in 'rubbish strewn' Sutton house fire

Inadequate follow-up support led to tragic consequences for Rose's children, raising critical questions about child welfare oversight.

NYC's child protection agency is coddling troubled parents, leaving kids to die

The deaths of children linked to ACS reflect systemic failures in protecting at-risk youth.
Previous investigations into families show neglect and substance abuse go unaddressed.
A shift in ACS's operational focus is urgently needed to prioritize child welfare.
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#court-case

Schoolgirl Sara Sharif suffered a catalogue of 71 injuries before death, jury told

Sara Sharif died from severe neglect and multiple injuries, resulting from an abusive environment, according to forensic evidence presented in court.

Constance Marten's tragic baby caught in middle of parents' toxic relationship'

Selfish aristocrat and her partner face charges for the death of their neglected baby after living off-grid in a toxic relationship.

Schoolgirl Sara Sharif suffered a catalogue of 71 injuries before death, jury told

Sara Sharif died from severe neglect and multiple injuries, resulting from an abusive environment, according to forensic evidence presented in court.

Constance Marten's tragic baby caught in middle of parents' toxic relationship'

Selfish aristocrat and her partner face charges for the death of their neglected baby after living off-grid in a toxic relationship.
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Woman left starving dog on balcony of her south east London flat

An RSPCA investigation revealed severe neglect of a dog named Stone, leading to her emaciated state and eventual rescue.
#family-dynamics

Georgia school shooting suspect struggled with mental health, aunt says

The suspect, Colt Gray, desperately sought mental health help, yet failed to receive it before committing a tragic shooting.

How Absent Parents Hurt Their Children

Inattentive parenting leads to negative emotional outcomes for children.
Children require consistent love to feel valuable; neglect can cause distancing in relationships.

17 Toxic Fathers Who Do NOT Deserve To Be Parents

Fathers have caused deep emotional wounds through neglect and rejection.
Lack of acknowledgment and support from a father figure can have profound negative impacts.

Georgia school shooting suspect struggled with mental health, aunt says

The suspect, Colt Gray, desperately sought mental health help, yet failed to receive it before committing a tragic shooting.

How Absent Parents Hurt Their Children

Inattentive parenting leads to negative emotional outcomes for children.
Children require consistent love to feel valuable; neglect can cause distancing in relationships.

17 Toxic Fathers Who Do NOT Deserve To Be Parents

Fathers have caused deep emotional wounds through neglect and rejection.
Lack of acknowledgment and support from a father figure can have profound negative impacts.
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SOMEONE WILL DO THIS TO YOUR SPOUSE.

Lust can cause neglect, leading partners to overlook and fail to appreciate each other's value and attributes.
#child-safety

Mother guilty over fire deaths of four sons

Deveca Rose was found guilty of manslaughter for leaving her four sons alone, resulting in a fatal house fire.

Mother guilty of manslaughter after four young sons died in house fire

The case highlights the tragic consequences of neglect, leading to the deaths of four young boys in a fire.

Mother guilty over fire deaths of four sons

Deveca Rose was found guilty of manslaughter for leaving her four sons alone, resulting in a fatal house fire.

Mother guilty of manslaughter after four young sons died in house fire

The case highlights the tragic consequences of neglect, leading to the deaths of four young boys in a fire.
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Jury awards California man $33 million, says county failed to report mother's child neglect

The jury awarded $33 million after finding negligence by sheriff's deputies contributed to a child's sexual abuse.
#local-government

Five thousand years of history buried in the undergrowth

Marroquies Bajos, a vital archaeological site, faces severe neglect and thick vegetation, obscuring its rich historical remnants.

Son of billionaire Phillies owner apologizes after second abandoned LA mansion becomes a graffiti magnet

Middleton publicly apologized for the vandalism and squatting issues at his abandoned properties in Los Angeles.

Five thousand years of history buried in the undergrowth

Marroquies Bajos, a vital archaeological site, faces severe neglect and thick vegetation, obscuring its rich historical remnants.

Son of billionaire Phillies owner apologizes after second abandoned LA mansion becomes a graffiti magnet

Middleton publicly apologized for the vandalism and squatting issues at his abandoned properties in Los Angeles.
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Bexley man with learning difficulties left without working shower for 'months'

Residents in assisted living are facing severe neglect in hygiene due to low water pressure, likened to conditions from the 1950s.
#mental-health

The appalling neglect of mentally ill people in Britain | Letters

Mental health community services face severe underfunding resulting in neglect that can lead to tragedies.
Families are often excluded from the mental health support process, making it harder to help loved ones.

Vulnerable man, 69, found dead in tent after escaping from mental health appointment

Neglect led to the death of Sydney Piper, a vulnerable man with mental health issues, who escaped from supervised care and was later found dead.

The appalling neglect of mentally ill people in Britain | Letters

Mental health community services face severe underfunding resulting in neglect that can lead to tragedies.
Families are often excluded from the mental health support process, making it harder to help loved ones.

Vulnerable man, 69, found dead in tent after escaping from mental health appointment

Neglect led to the death of Sydney Piper, a vulnerable man with mental health issues, who escaped from supervised care and was later found dead.
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NSW logged 112,000 children as at risk of serious harm last year. It has no idea what happened to 75% of them

The NSW child protection system struggles with overwhelming calls, resulting in delays and many at-risk children being left unassessed.

'Envied' estate now 'overrun with mice and mould'

Residents of York Way Estate in Islington raise concerns about neglect and focus on new developments by City of London Corporation.
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A teen died by suicide. Is his prep school to blame?

Parents sue Landon School after son's suicide due to alleged neglect and accusations.

'Empty promises': art on Queens College campus in New York has languished in damaged state for decades

Systemic neglect of art collection at Queens College due to chronic lack of funding, leading to damage, missing objects, and insufficient support.
#elder-abuse

The Growing Epidemic of Elderly Abuse

Elder abuse is on the rise, impacting the aging population with neglect, abuse, and emotional issues.

Son calls 911 saying his mom won't wake up, officials say. He's accused of killing her

A 50-year-old man has been charged with murder for allegedly killing his 82-year-old mother.
The woman was found unconscious and suffering from numerous wounds consistent with neglect.

The Growing Epidemic of Elderly Abuse

Elder abuse is on the rise, impacting the aging population with neglect, abuse, and emotional issues.

Son calls 911 saying his mom won't wake up, officials say. He's accused of killing her

A 50-year-old man has been charged with murder for allegedly killing his 82-year-old mother.
The woman was found unconscious and suffering from numerous wounds consistent with neglect.
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#abuse

'My mother was supposed to protect me' - Wexford woman jailed for allowing her child to be abused by stepfather

A woman apologizes for failing to protect her daughter from abuse, leading to conviction for child cruelty and neglect.

Adults with autism faced 'torture' at this L.A. group home. Their moms want justice

Caregivers abused a resident with developmental disabilities, captured on video.
The abuse incident included physical violence and neglect by the caregivers.

'My mother was supposed to protect me' - Wexford woman jailed for allowing her child to be abused by stepfather

A woman apologizes for failing to protect her daughter from abuse, leading to conviction for child cruelty and neglect.

Adults with autism faced 'torture' at this L.A. group home. Their moms want justice

Caregivers abused a resident with developmental disabilities, captured on video.
The abuse incident included physical violence and neglect by the caregivers.
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#inmate-deaths

Former Wisconsin Prison Warden and Employees Charged in Inmate Deaths

Former warden and prison employees charged in inmate deaths due to neglect and abuse at Wisconsin prison.

Why was 2023 such a deadly year in Los Angeles County jails? It depends on whom you ask

Overcrowding and neglect contribute to rising inmate deaths in Los Angeles County jails.
The annual death rate in Los Angeles County jails has more than doubled in the past decade due to various factors.

Former Wisconsin Prison Warden and Employees Charged in Inmate Deaths

Former warden and prison employees charged in inmate deaths due to neglect and abuse at Wisconsin prison.

Why was 2023 such a deadly year in Los Angeles County jails? It depends on whom you ask

Overcrowding and neglect contribute to rising inmate deaths in Los Angeles County jails.
The annual death rate in Los Angeles County jails has more than doubled in the past decade due to various factors.
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Amputations, sexual assault, lice: Bay Area nursing home operator settles with counties, state

Neglecting patient care and hygiene needs led to legal consequences for Mariner Health Care.
Understaffing and inadequate care at Mariner Health Care facilities resulted in serious harm to residents.

'Peanut Butter,' a dog abandoned on NYC highway on Christmas Eve, now a social media star

Peanut Butter, a once neglected dog, now has a strong community support system.
Peanut Butter's recovery showcases the impact of love and care on an animal's healing process.

Mother of boy found dead in suitcase in Indiana arrested in California

Mother arrested in California after two years on the run for her 5-year-old son's murder.
Autopsy revealed the cause of the boy's death due to neglect resulting in dehydration.

Educators Are Sharing The Ways They Have To Parent Their Students, And These People Are Actual Warriors

Teachers often have to take on parental roles for their students, including basic needs like bathing, feeding, and providing clothes.
Some students experience neglect and teachers have to provide resources like food and clothing to support them.

Inside one of London's worst estates - where the landlord makes 100m surplus

Residents on a dilapidated and dangerous estate in London face numerous safety concerns, including break-ins, stabbings, and inadequate maintenance.
The housing association in charge of the flats has a significant surplus of funds, while residents complain that their concerns are being ignored.

Woman claims home carers neglected "very thin" father

Woman accuses London home care company of neglecting her father
Father found in poor physical condition with ulcers, sores, and overgrown nails

Ask Amy: I never should have agreed to be the child's godmother. What do I do now?

The reader feels guilty for not fulfilling her role as a godparent and wants to apologize to the family.
Amy suggests acknowledging the neglect, but not inflating its impact on the family.

Appellate court upholds $3 million jury award, rules Chicago police should have done more to protect slain domestic violence victim

The Illinois appellate court upheld a $3 million jury award in a case where two Chicago police officers failed to protect a domestic violence victim.
The officers did not use all reasonable means to prevent abuse and neglect, leading to the victim's death.

Parents who forced children to live in 'filth' sentenced for child neglect

Parents given suspended prison sentences for child neglect and cruelty in a fly-infested and filthy home in north London.
Police found children living in squalor with no soap, shampoo, or toilet paper in the bathroom.

Inmate Dies After Fight Breaks Out at Troubled Brooklyn Jail

Inmate dies after fight at Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn.

Landmark commission considers imposing historic zoning for neglected east side building slated for demolition by Eureka - Austin Monitor

Eureka Holdings faces resistance demolishing century-old storefront on 12th Street.

4 Missouri Prison Guards Charged With Murder in Death of a Black Prisoner

Four Missouri prison guards charged with murder and one with manslaughter for the death of Othel Moore Jr. due to positional asphyxiation, neglect, and lack of medical assistance.

Sometimes, Forgiveness Is Overrated

Therapists and scholars are redefining forgiveness and erasing the pressure to always forgive.
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