Title
An exploration of child maltreatment among homeless families: Implications for family policy
Abstract
This research explores the incidence of child maltreatment among homeless families. The maltreatment explored in the study includes physical, emotional and sexual abuse. The data reported a high incidence of child maltreatment in the lives of the homeless. The policy implications for these findings are discussed.
Department(s)
School of Social Work
Document Type
Article
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1080/0300443042000244019
Keywords
Child maltreatment, Emotional abuse, Family policy, Homelessness, Physical abuse, Sexual abuse
Publication Date
12-1-2005
Recommended Citation
Pardeck*, John T. "An exploration of child maltreatment among homeless families: Implications for family policy." Early Child Development and Care 175, no. 4 (2005): 335-342.
Journal Title
Early Child Development and Care
