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What is Shaken Baby Syndrome?

Shaken Baby Syndrome refers to a specific form of child abuse that occurs when an infant or young child is violently shaken, causing their brain to move back and forth inside their skull. The intense motion can cause brain injuries, such as swelling, bleeding, and damage to brain tissue.

What is Abusive Head Trauma (AHT)?

Abusive Head Trauma is a broader term that encompasses any traumatic brain injury caused by physical abuse, including violent shaking (which causes SBS) as well as other forms of head trauma, such as blunt force trauma (striking the head or other forms of injury to the brain).

What are the Differences Between SSB and AHT?

SBS is a subset of AHT and specifically refers to the injuries caused by violent shaking. AHT is a more general term that includes injuries from shaking as well as other forms of head trauma caused by abuse (e.g., hitting or slamming the head).

Our Partners

Seattle Children's Hospital

Seattle Children’s Hospital, founded in 1907, provides top pediatric care, research, and advocacy for families across the Pacific Northwest. Committed to innovation and equity, it ensures every child receives expert treatment, regardless of financial ability, while advancing pediatric medicine.

Prevent Child Abuse America

Prevent Child Abuse America (PCA America) works to prevent child abuse before it happens. Since 1972, it has provided education, resources, and advocacy to strengthen families. Through collaboration and data-driven efforts, PCA America promotes safe, nurturing environments where every child can thrive.

The Shaken Baby Alliance

The Shaken Baby Alliance, founded in 1998, prevents Shaken Baby Syndrome through advocacy, education, and support. It provides resources for families, professionals, and survivors, fostering collaboration to raise awareness, prevent abuse, and ensure survivors receive the care they need.

Childhelp

Childhelp, founded in 1959, works to prevent and treat child abuse through advocacy, education, and support. Its programs include a 24/7 abuse hotline, treatment centers, foster care services, and prevention education, ensuring children receive protection, healing, and hope.