Maternal deprivation

Maternal deprivation means that a child is separated from their mother for a period of time or doesn't have a close bonding relationship with their mother. This separation can be due to many reasons such as the mother being ill, going away for work, or not being emotionally available to the child.

The bond between a mother and her child is important. When a child doesn't have their mother around, they might feel sad, lonely, or even scared. This can happen to anyone, even animals.

For example, when a kitten is born, it needs its mother to survive. The mother cat provides the kitten with milk, warmth and protection. If the kitten is separated from its mother too soon or if the mother cat is not around, the kitten might not grow up healthy and strong.

Similarly, in humans, babies need their mothers to survive and thrive. The mother provides them with food and comfort, but she also provides them with emotional support. A child who doesn't have a close bond with their mother might struggle with anxiety, depression, or social problems later on in life.

So, it's important for mothers to be around their children as much as possible, and to provide them with the love and care they need to grow up healthy and happy.