Child abuse and neglect : examining the psychological components /

Discusses the nature, history, and causes of child abuse and neglect and the impact of this problem on society.

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Connelly, Elizabeth Russell
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Philadelphia : Chelsea House, 2000.
Series:Connelly, Elizabeth Russell. Encyclopedia of psychological disorders.
Subjects:
Table of Contents:
  • Introduction / by Carol C. Nadelson
  • Child abuse and neglect : an overview
  • What is child abuse?
  • History of child abuse
  • How are victims affected?
  • Who abuses children and why?
  • Sexual abusers and their victims
  • The impact on society
  • Treatment and prevention.