Child Abuse and Protection

This is a comprehensive and cohesive textbook on child abuse and child protection, drawing on both criminological and psychological perspectives on all forms of child maltreatment and practice and considering both victims and perpetrators."This is a very interesting book and a useful source of reference for students and practitioners alike. It provides a very contemporary overview on a number of subjects of interest within the field of Child Abuse and Protection. It is encouraging to see that the importance of listening to children, is maintained throughout." - Emma Twigg, Stage 1 Tutor and Placement Co-ordinator, Department of Education and Childhood, University of Derby