A hospital in the Amadora-Sintra region reported a 10% increase in cases of child abuse and risk in its pediatric emergency department in 2025, totaling 565 instances. A significant proportion, approximately half of these cases, involved children exhibiting self-harming behaviors. The data highlights a growing concern regarding the well-being of children in the area. Hospital officials have not yet released details regarding the nature of the maltreatment or the ages of the children involved. This increase prompts calls for increased support services for vulnerable children and families. Further investigation is needed to determine the underlying causes of this concerning trend and implement effective preventative measures. The hospital is working with social services to address the rising number of cases.