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Download full textGaudin, James M., Jr. – 1993
This manual provides a state-of-the art review of child neglect in the United States, its nature, causes, and the implications of that knowledge for preventive and remedial intervention. After an introduction, the first chapter considers the definition of neglect including types of neglect, the withholding of medically indicated treatment from…
Descriptors: Child Development, Child Neglect, Child Rearing, Definitions
Peer reviewedPedrick-Cornell, Claire; Gelles, Richard J. – Family Relations, 1982
Discusses problems of definition of elderly abuse. Examines data and research on the rates of elderly abuse and factors found related to elderly abuse. Critiques theories developed to explain the abuse of the elderly. Presents recommendations for research and practice. (RC)
Descriptors: Behavior Theories, Definitions, Demography, Etiology
