Identifying Emotional and Psychological Abuse: A Guide for Childcare Professionals

The concepts of emotional development, emotional abuse, psychological development, and psychological abuse are fully explored and clearly defined, within the contexts of:
Existing literature and research
Childcare legislation and practice
Child abuse enquiry reports, in particular that of Victoria Climbié
The book identifies emotional and psychological development and abuse in specific age categories, 0-4, 5-12, and adolescence. Case studies and vignettes are used to highlight normal development and abusive situations. Comprehensive frameworks which are easily applicable to current practice, are provided, enabling workers to observe and accurately assess the quality of emotional and psychological life of children.

Identifying Emotional and Psychological Abuse is key reading for health and social care professionals, as well as students with an interest in child protection.

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SKU SKU4179

ISBN Number 9780335215461

Author O'Hagan

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