Shaken baby syndrome (SBS) is a condition diagnosed from a set of symptoms: subdural hematoma, retinal hemorrhage, and brain swelling. It is a form of child abuse that typically does not have visible external trauma, often fatal, and can lead to severe brain damage and lifelong disability. Mortality is estimated at 15% to 38% or an average of 20% to 25%. It is believed that a significant number of deaths identified with child abuse cases are due to shaken baby syndrome. Children who survive shaken baby syndrome often suffer negative consequences of varying degrees including visual impairment or blindness, motor skills impairment, and cognitive difficulties.
This category features a number of references and online resources involving Shaken Baby Syndrome including listings of organizations and support or advocacy groups dedicated to addressing the problem and eliminating or reducing the number of cases of SBS.