This accessible and informative book examines the highly-charged issues of child maltreatment, including physical, emotional, and sexual abuse and neglect. Sensitively written by a child psychologist, Child Abuse discusses disclosure and feeling safe, and explains how abuse and neglect affects children and adults. Table of Contents: Abuse of Trust -- What is Child Abuse? -- Physical Abuse -- Emotional Abuse -- Sexual Abuse -- Neglect -- Seeking Help -- Coping Toolbox -- Hot Topics Q&A -- Other Resources -- Glossary & Index. |
