Promoting Protective Factors for Victims of Child Abuse and Neglect: A Guide for Practitioners

Date: September 2015
Promoting Protective Factors for Victims of Child Abuse and Neglect: A Guide for Practitioners

Series Title: Factsheets

Author(s): Information Gateway

Year Published: 2015

File Size: 417 KB

This factsheet presents information from a review of current research on specific protective factors that carry moderate or strong association with improved well-being for victims of child abuse and neglect. Topics include individual skills and capacities that can improve the well-being of children who have been abused or neglected; how parents, guardians, friends, and other adults can contribute to the well-being of these children and youth; strategies for practitioners; and resources for more information. This publication is part of a series of five factsheets for practitioners exploring the importance of protective factors in working with in-risk populations served by the Administration on Children, Youth and Families. 

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