Tackling Child Neglect - Research, Policy and Evidence-Based Practice (Paperback)

With contributions from internationally recognized experts, this edited volume presents original thinking on the theory, research and practice surrounding child neglect. Comprehensive and current, the book takes an expansive look at how we can better address this prevalent issue. It explores the effects of neglect on the developing child and makes recommendations on how to identify neglect at the earliest opportunity. It considers common causal and contributing factors in neglect cases and the impact of these on children. The book details effective intervention techniques alongside case vignettes and shows how change can be achieved. It highlights the importance of supporting parental care and developing parental responsibility in families where children are neglected. Chapters provide in-depth descriptive examples and include a summary of learning points. Including practical suggestions for combating child neglect, this is an essential guide to best practice for students and practitioners working with children and families. The book also contains useful insights relevant to researchers and policy makers.

General

Imprint:	Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	August 2016
Editors:	Ruth Gardner
Contributors:	Jane Barlow • Jan Horwath • Jenny Woodman • Andrew Turnell • Hilary Kennedy • Sarah Gorin • Amanda Bunn • Debra Allnock • Jan McAllister
Dimensions:	228 x 155 x 21mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	368
ISBN-13:	978-1-84905-662-5
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social welfare & social services > Child welfare Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social work > General Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social issues > Violence in society > Child abuse
LSN:	1-84905-662-5
Barcode:	9781849056625

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