scholarly journals Preventing child abuse and neglect

2017 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 108-113
Author(s):  
Vildan Cirik
Keyword(s):  
Child Abuse ◽  
Family Environment ◽  
Child Neglect ◽  
Child Abuse And Neglect ◽  
Child Rearing ◽  
Parenting Skills ◽  
The Family ◽  
Abuse And Neglect ◽  
Keywords Child ◽  
Parent Child Relationships

Aim of this study is to inform about the prevention of child abuse and neglect. This study was prepared as a compilation. Effective programmes are those that support parents and teach positive parenting skills. Some of the most effective responses for preventing child abuse and neglect focus on child-rearing, parent-child relationships and the family environment, including training in parenting. Nurses have a key role to play in identifying, treating and referring cases of abuse and neglect in reporting suspected cases of maltreatment to the appropriate authorities. Child abuse and neglect have a long lasting impact on the child, its family and the following generations. In order to protect children from this situation, it is necessary to develop preventive programs, to raise awareness of their families-teachers-community and to make legal arrangements. Additional research is needed to determine effective approaches for nurses to prevent child abuse or neglect.  Keywords: Child abuse; child neglect; prevention; nurse.   

The Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect in Ireland in an International Context

2020 ◽  
Vol 34 (2) ◽  
pp. 145-167
Author(s):  
Conor Hanly
Keyword(s):  
Child Abuse ◽  
Child Protection ◽  
Child Neglect ◽  
Church And State ◽  
Child Abuse And Neglect ◽  
Mandatory Reporting ◽  
International Context ◽  
Abuse And Neglect ◽  
Children First ◽  
New System

Abstract Starting in the early 1990s, reports published over a quarter of a century detailed shocking levels of child abuse and child neglect in Ireland, along with failures by Church and State officials to take effective action. These revelations, supported by international research, made a compelling case for the introduction of some form of mandatory reporting. Yet until 2015, Ireland’s child protection system relied upon the discretion of those who suspected incidents of child abuse. The Children First Act 2015 introduced a new system of mandatory reporting that applies to professionals working in the health, education, childcare and law enforcement fields, a system that became active at the end of 2017. This article reviews the development of the reporting system in Ireland, and analyses the new obligations created by the 2015 Act. The article also analyses some initial figures for 2018, which show a substantial increase in the number of reports of child abuse and neglect made in that year. Additionally, the article argues for the insertion into the new system of some nuance in order that victim autonomy might be better respected.

Child Abuse and Nonaccidental Trauma

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
S Terez Malka
Keyword(s):  
Child Abuse ◽  
Child Neglect ◽  
Child Abuse And Neglect ◽  
Pediatric Emergency ◽  
Laboratory Evaluation ◽  
X Rays ◽  
Nonaccidental Trauma ◽  
Fracture Patterns ◽  
Abuse And Neglect

Child abuse accounts for over 1% of visits to pediatric emergency departments (EDs), and injuries related to abuse have higher morbidity and mortality than accidental injuries. Recognizing child abuse and neglect in the ED is challenging but critical to prevent recurrent episodes of abuse and long-term physical and emotional sequelae. This review defines child abuse and neglect and explores historical and physical examination findings, assessment and diagnosis, treatment, disposition, and outcomes for victims of child abuse. Figures show x-rays demonstrating common fracture patterns associated with abusive injury and an algorithm for evaluation of nonaccidental trauma in the ED. Tables list key historical elements in the evaluation for abuse or neglect, bruising characteristics suggestive of abuse, fractures that are specific for abuse, and recommended laboratory evaluation for suspected abuse.  This review contains 4 figures, 5 tables, and 36 references. Key words: child abuse, child neglect, nonaccidental trauma, sexual abuse

Child Abuse and Nonaccidental Trauma

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
S Terez Malka
Keyword(s):  
Child Abuse ◽  
Child Neglect ◽  
Child Abuse And Neglect ◽  
Pediatric Emergency ◽  
Laboratory Evaluation ◽  
X Rays ◽  
Nonaccidental Trauma ◽  
Fracture Patterns ◽  
Abuse And Neglect

Child abuse accounts for over 1% of visits to pediatric emergency departments (EDs), and injuries related to abuse have higher morbidity and mortality than accidental injuries. Recognizing child abuse and neglect in the ED is challenging but critical to prevent recurrent episodes of abuse and long-term physical and emotional sequelae. This review defines child abuse and neglect and explores historical and physical examination findings, assessment and diagnosis, treatment, disposition, and outcomes for victims of child abuse. Figures show x-rays demonstrating common fracture patterns associated with abusive injury and an algorithm for evaluation of nonaccidental trauma in the ED. Tables list key historical elements in the evaluation for abuse or neglect, bruising characteristics suggestive of abuse, fractures that are specific for abuse, and recommended laboratory evaluation for suspected abuse.  This review contains 4 figures, 4 tables, and 37 references. Key words: child abuse, child neglect, nonaccidental trauma, sexual abuse

Child Abuse and Nonaccidental Trauma

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
S Terez Malka
Keyword(s):  
Child Abuse ◽  
Child Neglect ◽  
Child Abuse And Neglect ◽  
Pediatric Emergency ◽  
Laboratory Evaluation ◽  
X Rays ◽  
Nonaccidental Trauma ◽  
Fracture Patterns ◽  
Abuse And Neglect

Child abuse accounts for over 1% of visits to pediatric emergency departments (EDs), and injuries related to abuse have higher morbidity and mortality than accidental injuries. Recognizing child abuse and neglect in the ED is challenging but critical to prevent recurrent episodes of abuse and long-term physical and emotional sequelae. This review defines child abuse and neglect and explores historical and physical examination findings, assessment and diagnosis, treatment, disposition, and outcomes for victims of child abuse. Figures show x-rays demonstrating common fracture patterns associated with abusive injury and an algorithm for evaluation of nonaccidental trauma in the ED. Tables list key historical elements in the evaluation for abuse or neglect, bruising characteristics suggestive of abuse, fractures that are specific for abuse, and recommended laboratory evaluation for suspected abuse.  This review contains 4 figures, 4 tables, and 37 references. Key words: child abuse, child neglect, nonaccidental trauma, sexual abuse

Sign in / Sign up

Export Citation Format

Share Document