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Learn the definitions and signs of different types of maltreatment and find related research on child neglect, sexual abuse, physical abuse, and emotional abuse.

Selected Resources

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

What Is Child Maltreatment?
Children's Bureau (HHS) User Manual Series (2003)
In A Coordinated Response to Child Abuse and Neglect: The Foundation for Practice
Presents general definitions by type of maltreatment.

Related Information Gateway Topics

Child abuse & neglect: Defining child abuse & neglect
Child abuse & neglect: Identifying child abuse & neglect
Child abuse & neglect: Prevalence by type of abuse
Child abuse & neglect: Risk factors by type of abuse
Child abuse & neglect: Impact by type of maltreatment
Preventing child abuse & neglect
Responding to child abuse & neglect

Updated on September 18, 2008

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