### Question
How does REPORTING REQUIREMENTS define negligent treatment?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 13031*, **negligent treatment** is defined as:

> the failure to provide, for reasons other than poverty, adequate food, clothing, shelter, or medical care so as to seriously endanger the physical health of the child

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 13031*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 132-VICTIMS OF CHILD ABUSE > SUBCHAPTER IV-REPORTING REQUIREMENTS**

