Abstract This paper looks at the California law regarding childabuse, childabuse statistics, the foster care system, returning children to abusive homes, alternatives, removing children permanently form the home, and the effects in later life of abuse in childhood. The paper also makes a recommendation of how abused children should be treated.
From the Paper "Under California law, child abuse or neglect includes physical injury inflicted by other than accidental means upon a child by another person, sexual abuse, neglect, wilful cruelty or unjustifiable punishment, unlawful corporal punishment or injury and is against the law. Neglect means the negligent treatment or the mistreatment of a child by a person responsible for the child's welfare, severe neglect means the negligent failure of a person having the care of custody of a child ,to protect the child from severe malnutrition or medically diagnosed..."
Abstract The paper examines the definitions of childabuse, characteristics of abuse, interventions and how to identify victims of childabuse. The author points out the emotional effects of abuse on children. The paper identifies four types of childabuse.
From the Paper "The purpose of this report is to examine the problem of child abuse. The report will define the problem in its various manifestations, the characteristics of abuse, the behaviors exhibited by abused children, what can be done >>>'
Abstract In this essay, the writer discusses a research proposal to determine whether the use of a certain kind of anti-childabuse training in high school - using a form of "Think It Over" dolls - can effectively reduce the incidence of childabuse. This study is thus necessarily a longitudinal one and may (because of the complexity of the issue of childabuse) be less conclusive than one might like. However, the writer claims that an intervention strategy that reduces childabuse even to a small degree would be worth considering given the stakes involved.
From the Paper "We all know that child abuse is a terrible thing. We also know as a society many of the conditions that make parents and other adults more likely to abuse children. And yet despite our collective revulsion at child abuse and despite the fact that we are aware of the contributing conditions to child abuse, the rates at which children are neglected or abused continue at horrifyingly high levels. Federal and state statistics indicate that child abuse and neglect collectively are either the primary or a secondary cause of ... "
Abstract The writer of this article defines and discusses the issues and statistics surrounding the issue of childabuse and neglect. In this paper, a definition of childabuse is provided. The writer also discusses the short and long term effects of childabuse.
From the Paper "Child abuse is currently in the news seemingly more now than ever, however it is a problem that has been around throughout the ages. Child abuse is usually self-perpetuating and unlikely to stop unless the causes of the abuse are recognized and a concerted effort made by the community to prevent the cycle of abuse to continue. The social problem of child maltreatment has come to be predominantly defined as physical child abuse. The best definition of child abuse is a general ... "
Tags:childabuse, child neglect, causes of abuse and neglect
Abstract Childabuse is a serious social problem that has become increasingly prominent over the last few decades. Does this reflect a rise in childabuse, or are we simply more conscious of it? Are actual cases of childabuse rising or declining? This paper shows that although the incidence of childabuse does appear to be on the increase, this is not necessarily true.
Abstract This paper uses references to several landmark cases in childabuse prosecution to discuss the topic of childabuse. The paper takes an even-handed approach to discussing the topic in the sense that it acknowledges society's obligation to protect children, and contrasts this against the rights of the accused.
The paper refers to the following court cases as examples : McDonald v. State, Landeros v. Flood, Arkansas Dept of Human Services v. Caldwell, Korunka v. Dept. of Children Services, Cavarretta v. Dept. of Children and Family Services, Arkansas Dept. of Human Services v. Heath.
From the Paper "The child welfare system is a group of services designed to promote the well-being of children by ensuring safety, achieving permanency and strengthening families to successfully care for their children. Child welfare systems are complex and their specific procedures vary widely by State. However, in each state the physical and emotional welfare of children is of primary importance in each state's child welfare system. There are different types of child abuse. One is neglect. Neglect involves failure to provide for a child's basic needs..."
Tags: Education, childabuse, reporting, false reports, famous or landmark cases
Abstract This paper concerns what can be done to alleviate childabuse. The writer discusses the fact that in spite of various strategies, the prevalence of childabuse in American society has not diminished. The writer contends that to alleviate childabuse, a multi-pronged approach with multiple perspectives is needed.
Abstract This paper discusses the issue of childabuse and its effects on young children. It focuses on the issue of when childabuse may begin, and then discusses the direct effects upon the child. Issues such as problems socially interacting with others, poor grades, self-blame and doubt, hiding the abuse from society and the longer term effects of post traumatic stress disorder are discussed.
From the Paper "Child abuse can occur in many forms. Young children who are abused may suffer from verbal abuse, sexual abuse, malnourishment, neglect, physical attacks, or any number of instances that serve to demean, humiliate, harm or degrade a child ("Covering" 1). Society often rushes to the television set to hear about cases of murder that have involved a child's abuse, and quickly, the social order locates someone to blame for the occurrence. Once this happens those who believed it to be so horrific often forget the instance of abuse. However, more often than not society forgets to realize the effect that any abuse has upon a child, and the manner in which a child must learn to adapt to the world while existing in an abusive situation. In our modern culture, child abuse may begin before birth."
Abstract This paper answers questions on a case study presented of a child displaying delinquent behavior, who is possibly a victim of childabuse. The paper first addresses the issue of the legal obligations to report childabuse. The the paper explores initial treatment goals and treatment modalities. The paper also examines ways to engage the mother in the process.
Abstract This paper discusses the different forms of childabuse and describes its devastating effects. The paper looks at the problem and its social significance in contemporary US and discusses the prevalence of childabuse, its long term effects on the child and family and intervention methods.
Abstract This paper discusses what is considered to be the worst form of family violence, childabuse. This paper summarizes a recent case of childabuse indicating why it is a particularly bad form of family violence. While this particular case cannot be said to be a typical form of family violence, it nonetheless required action from authorities to intervene on behalf of the child. This paper argues that policy changes could and probably should be implemented to limit the exposure of children to this specific type of family violence.
Abstract This paper discusses issues of childabuse: Physical, emotional, sexual, neglect, fetal alcohol syndrome and shaken baby syndrome. The author defines each type of abuse and explains indications and behaviors of parents and children which lead to abuse. The paper relates the way to recognize abuse and report it to the authorities.
From the Paper "In the latest year for which statistics are available, an estimated ... children were the victims of abuse or neglect in the United States according to the National Child Abuse and Neglect Data System, which is part of the Department of Health and Human Services Child. The data was gathered from all child protective agencies in the country. The agencies received a total of ... reports of possible abuse or neglect for the year and of these .... proved to be actual cases of abuse or neglect out of ..."
Abstract This paper studies the efficacy of family intervention for childabuse. The paper begins by discussing theories and research related to family intervention. Next the paper explores treatment issues, which include parent resistance in treatment of childabuse, therapist-client fit, and strategies. The paper, which cites many research studies, also addresses cultural factors and legal and ethical issues.
From the Paper "This research paper presents the topic of family intervention for child abuse. Theories regarding child abuse are presented and followed by a discussion of theories related to family intervention research..."
Abstract This paper studies the effects of childabuse on the brain, particularly during its development in childhood. The paper reports that children who have been abused have different sized cortex and cerebellum. The paper examines the consequences of these differences and the neurobiological changes they product in children and adults.
From the Paper "Child abuse as well as physically and emotionally affecting a child can actually change the structure and function of the brain and these changes are not limited to physical and sexual abuse but also occur with verbal abuse, according to Martin Teicher professor of..."
Abstract This paper covers the prevention techniques of childabuse with reference to social workers and depicts the manner and scope of the programs and their success in implementation.
