101409: Acts of Omission

About the Course:

The In Focus report that serves as the basis of this course provides an overview of the causes and consequences of child neglect. Legal definitions, the characteristics of neglected children and their families, intervention strategies, and the status of child neglect research are discussed. The briefing examines the relationships between neglect and poverty, substance abuse, and domestic violence.

Journal/Publisher:

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Publication Date:

April 2001

Author

Child Welfare Information Gateway staff

Recommended For:

This course is recommended for health care professionals, especially psychologists, counselors, social workers, and nurses who seek knowledge about the causes and consequences of child neglect. It is appropriate for all levels of participants’ knowledge.

Course Objectives:

1. Define neglect from both legal and research perspectives.

2. Identify selected issues presented relative to the characteristics of neglected children and their families.

3. Describe and evaluate research objectives presented and intervention recommendations for ending child neglect.