Understanding Child Abuse and Neglect - Research and Implications: Research and Implications

Child abuse and neglect is a scourge in our global community. In the United States alone, the nation loses an average of five children a day to child abuse and neglect. The impact of child abuse and neglect is significant. It can affect esteem, health and development, learning outcomes, and more importantly, closeness between a child and their parent. This book highlights the issues associated with child abuse and neglect and captures the nuances of its effect on child development and psychosocial well-being. The authors are from the international community and speak to the dynamics of child abuse and neglect across nations.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0854663118
• ISBN13: 9780854663118
• Release Date: June 2024
• Publisher: Intechopen
• Length: 156 Pages
• Weight: 1.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.0" x 10.0"