Family and Developmental Care

(1069) Shaken Baby Syndrome and Infant Crying: Their Connection to Prevention

Poster Presenter(s)

Danielle Vazquez, BSW

Program Director
National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome
Farmington, Utah, United States
Disclosure: I do not have any relevant financial / non-financial relationships with any proprietary interests.

Shaken baby syndrome is the leading cause of mortality among infants due to physical abuse. The number one trigger for shaken baby syndrome and other forms of infant physical abuse is inconsolable infant crying. This presentation will discuss infant crying as a normal part of infant development as well as discuss how parent/caregiver education on this crying can reduce the incidence of shaken baby syndrome.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion, participants will be able to recognize effective SBS/AHT prevention models and the importance of delivering programs with fidelity.
Upon completion, participants will confirm the validity of crying as the leading trigger for shaken baby syndrome and other forms of infant physical abuse.
Upon completion, participants will recognize SBS/AHT prevention programs are vital for all families no matter their race, socio-economic status or geographical location.