The politics of child abuse in America [electronic resource] / Lela B. Costin, Howard Jacob Karger, David Stoesz.
Costin, Lela B.; Karger, Howard Jacob, 1948-; Stoesz, David.
1996
HV741 .C665 1996eb
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Title The politics of child abuse in America [electronic resource] / Lela B. Costin, Howard Jacob Karger, David Stoesz.
Author Costin, Lela B.
ISBN 9780195353761 (electronic book)
9780195116687
9786610529612
Imprint New York : Oxford University Press, 1996.
Language English
Description 1 online resource (xi, 194 p.) : ill.
Call Number HV741 .C665 1996eb
Summary Child abuse policy in the United States contains dangerous contradictions. A rapidly expanding child abuse industry, consisting of enterprising psychotherapists and attorneys, consumes enormous resources. At the same time, thousands of poor children are seriously injured or killed, many while being "protected" by public agencies. The growing interest in child abuse as a middle class problem has led to the frenzied pursuit of offenders, resulting in the sacrifice of innocent children and adults. The Politics of Child Abuse in America presents a compelling analysis of these problems, revealing the historical patterns that gave rise to them and presenting practical policy recommendations. It will be an invaluable resource for scholars, students, and professionals in social work, as well as for anyone concerned about the welfare of children in the United States.
Note Description based on print version record.
Bibliography, etc. Note Includes bibliographical references and index.
Access Note Access limited to authorized users.
Added Author Karger, Howard Jacob, 1948-
Stoesz, David.
Series Child welfare (Oxford University Press)
Available in Other Form Politics of child abuse in America.
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3. The Decline and Rediscovery of Child Abuse, 1920-1960
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5. The Breakdown of the Child Abuse System
6. Restructuring Child Abuse Services: The Children's Authority.

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