Preventing Child Maltreatment in the US: The Latinx Community Perspective

This book explores the core concepts relevant to Latinx families as they relate to child maltreatment in the United States, using critical race and feminist theories to examine the impact of gender, race, immigration status, and country of origin. It contextualizes child maltreatment in Latinx families within the pervasive structural racism and inequality in the US and addresses unique traumas experienced by Latinx families. Three case studies are used to illustrate and apply concepts.

Format: Hardback
Length: 198 pages
Publication date: 16 September 2022
Publisher: Rutgers University Press

This book is a significant contribution to the field of child maltreatment, as it provides a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to understanding the experiences of Latinx families in the United States.
This book is a vital contribution to the field of child maltreatment, offering a comprehensive and interdisciplinary exploration of the experiences of Latinx families in the United States. It is part of a focused series of publications that examine child abuse across cultural groups, with a particular emphasis on Latinx families.

The book delves into core concepts relevant to Latinx families, such as familismo, acculturation, spirituality, and oppression, as they relate to child maltreatment in the United States. While there are significant differences among Latinx families, the authors employ critical race and feminist theories to examine the impact of these differences based on factors such as gender, race, immigration status, and country of origin.

The book begins by contextualizing child maltreatment within the pervasive structural racism and inequality prevalent in the United States, highlighting the unique traumas experienced by Latinx families as a result of this inequity. Subsequent chapters address key strategies for preventing child maltreatment, responding to instances of abuse, and promoting healing and resilience within the Latinx community.

Three case studies are presented to illustrate and apply the concepts discussed in each chapter, providing real-world examples of the challenges and successes faced by Latinx families.

By providing a deep understanding of the experiences of Latinx families, this book contributes to the development of more effective interventions and policies aimed at protecting children and promoting their well-being. It is a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and anyone interested in understanding the complexities of child maltreatment and developing culturally responsive solutions.

Dimension: 216 x 140 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781978822894