Publisher's Synopsis
The principal objectives of this book are to enable childcare workers to understand and deal more effectively with cases of emotional and psychological abuse. 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
Identifying Emotional and Psychological Abuse is key reading for health and social care professionals, as well as students with an interest in child protection.
