Infant colic
Abstract
Colic is a puzzling and exasperating syndrome and has been associated with parental distress and anxiety and can transform any peaceful home into chaos and strain family tempers to its limits. It has also been identified as a trigger for child abuse (i.e. “shaken baby syndrome) in high-risk situations. Although colic isn’t dangerous in itself it is surely frightening to most parents who need reassurance and support
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Mother and Child Health
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