The media
Article Abstract:
The article discusses moral and ethical issues of presenting child abuse through mass media coverage. Journalistic approaches to child abuse tend to overlook a single instance, and must be modified to alter their coverage of this widespread problem.
Publication Name: Child Abuse and Neglect
Subject: Sociology and social work
ISSN: 0145-2134
Year: 1999
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The politics
Article Abstract:
The author argues US laws to prevent child abuse passed since the late 1940s have had no long-term focus. Lack of continuing political interest, the nature of effective policy making, and new views of child abuse are presented.
Publication Name: Child Abuse and Neglect
Subject: Sociology and social work
ISSN: 0145-2134
Year: 1999
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The economics
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This article describes economic ways in which child abuse manifests itself. Long-term costs for delinquency and mental illness, view of child abuse as a social problem, and parenting standards are discussed.
Publication Name: Child Abuse and Neglect
Subject: Sociology and social work
ISSN: 0145-2134
Year: 1999
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