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Neighborhoods, Communities and Child Maltreatment: A Global Perspective

Neighborhoods, Communities and Child Maltreatment: A Global Perspective

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This volume explores methods for studying child maltreatment in the context of neighborhoods and communities, highlighting the impact of culture, context, and policies on families. It examines innovative prevention approaches and reflects on the future of this field.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 178 pages
Publication date: 04 April 2023
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG


This comprehensive volume delves into the intricate realm of studying child maltreatment within the context of neighborhoods and communities, recognizing their profound significance in the lives of families. It explores the dynamic changes that neighborhoods have undergone over time, shedding light on how these transformations have influenced modern parenting practices. Furthermore, it highlights the profound impact of policies on perpetuating poverty and inequality, which, in turn, have indirect consequences on child maltreatment.

A central focus of this volume is to examine the multifaceted ways in which the neighborhood context impacts families, encompassing structural factors such as poverty, segregation, residential instability, and process factors such as social cohesion. By adopting a critical perspective, the book critically examines the influence of culture and context on maltreatment, employing a community-based approach to understand child maltreatment in rural areas.

Editors and contributors to this volume engage in innovative discussions on prevention strategies and offer insightful reflections on the future of this field. They address the remaining unknowns, discuss the appropriate utilization of information for policymaking, and provide valuable guidance for practitioners in supporting parents while being mindful of the importance of context.

With its broad appeal to scholars, students, practitioners, and policy makers, this volume serves as a valuable resource for understanding the complex dynamics of child maltreatment within the broader context of neighborhoods and communities.

Weight: 296g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030930981
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022

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