Legal issues in child abuse and neglect practice - Myers, John E. B. (Sage Publications, 1998)
Includes bibliographical references (p. 367-397) and index
Prevalence and effects of child maltreatment -- The child protection system -- Child abuse reporting laws -- Investigative interviewing regarding child maltreatment -- Investigating suspected child abuse -- Balancing the need for confidentiality and the requirements of disclosure -- Expert testimony -- Cross-examination and impeachment : special accommdations when children testify -- Liability of professionals
Expanded by 60% to cover a number of new topics, Legal Issues in Child Abuse and Neglect Practice offers a state-of-the-art exploration of what role the law can play in bettering the lives of victimised children