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Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2005-May
Pages: 8
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An Exploration of Child Maltreatment among Homeless Families: Implications for Family Policy
Pardeck, John T.
Early Child Development and Care, v175 n4 p335-342 May 2005
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.
Descriptors: Incidence, Sexual Abuse, Housing Needs, Homeless People, Child Abuse, Child Abuse, Homelessness, Public Policy
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
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Language: English
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