Description

The essential guide for parents and everyone who works with children

“This is one of the most important books written about child abuse and neglect. It should be read by everyone who has contact with children.”
Judge Cindy Lederman, Miami Children’s Courthouse

– What is child abuse?
– Who abuses children?
– Why do they do it? Where?
– How does it happen?
– What are the most common types of abuse?
– Is domestic violence child abuse?
– How can abuse be prevented?

Child Abuse: Prevention through understanding is the definitive guide to understanding every facet of child abuse-physical, emotional, and sexual; and neglect.

Providing an in-depth look at each type of abuse, including descriptions of often-unrecognized signs, illustrations that clarify complex concepts, and a comprehensive glossary of terms, Child Abuse: Prevention through understanding offers a must-read, essential guide for parents, child caregivers, teachers, students, law enforcement, volunteers, caseworkers, first responders-anyone who has contact with children.

It is an indispensable resource and reference source for anyone who cares about children and child protection. This book provides the information that we as individuals and as a society should know-and understand-so that child abuse can be combatted effectively.

In addition, this book offers extensive, clear, and detailed information about the common connection between child abuse, domestic abuse, and domestic violence.

Author: Daly, Evin M, Author: Dr John E Wright, Faap

Topic: Family / Parenting / Childbirth
Media: Book
ISBN: 989500225
Language: English
Pages: 342