In the Interest of H. L. W.

Phipps, Judge.

The Henry County Juvenile Court terminated the parental rights of the biological parents of H. L. W. The father appeals,1 arguing that the court erred in finding that he had abandoned the minor child. Because the evidence was sufficient to support the court’s determination, we affirm.

Before terminating parental rights, a juvenile court must employ a two-prong test.2 First, the court determines whether there is clear and convincing evidence of parental misconduct or inability.3 If so, then the court must consider whether the termination of parental rights is in the best interest…