Child Abuse and Neglect : Multidisciplinary Approaches

This is a new text that provides a clear, concise summary of current issues in the field of child abuse and neglect.

The text describes the indicators of child abuse or neglect (including emotional neglect); sets out the major theories of child abuse and neglect; explores the various professional roles of the multidisciplinary team that often addresses abuse or neglect; and walks through the interview and evaluation process. The authors also describe treatment issues, address intervention for children and families, provide examples of program evaluation methods, and describe prevention and policy issues.

The text integrates theory, research, and practice, providing case examples to help students integrate all three.