Selected Resources

Recognizing Child Abuse and Neglect: Signs and Symptoms
Child Welfare Information Gateway (2007)
Common signs of child abuse and neglect. (PDF - 199 KB)

Physical and Behavioral Indicators of Abuse
National Children's Advocacy Center
One-page chart summarizing the indicators of various types of abuse and identifying the difference between discipline and abuse.

What Is Child Abuse and Neglect?
Child Welfare Information Gateway (2006)
Defines the major types of maltreatment, based on Federal legislation. (PDF - 228 KB)

Related Information Gateway Topics

Child abuse & neglect: Defining child abuse & neglect
Child abuse & neglect: Types
Systemwide: Training - Training for caseworkers: Identifying child abuse and neglect
Systemwide: Assessment