Adult inequality perpetuates women's economic insecurity, which contributes to higher levels of child abuse.
Gender Inequity Associated with Increased Child Physical Abuse
The study found that nearly 8% of children were exposed to physical abuse, more often occurring in situations in which levels of gender inequality were higher. Other situations where child abuse was high were for those living in urban residences or having a higher number of household members. The odds of abuse were lower when the respondent was someone other than the biological parent, the study indicated.
Child Abuse Investigations � Boon or Bane To Sexual Health Care?
Girls after being maltreated or abused were more likely to continue to experience adverse sexual health outcomes before turning 18 than girls.
Girls after being maltreated or abused were more likely to continue to experience adverse sexual health outcomes before turning 18 than girls.
‘The challenges women in low- and middle-income countries face as they seek equal rights can cause distress—and some of them may take it out on their children with physical abuse.’
The odds of physical abuse were slightly higher for boys than girls when adult inequality was accounted for, the research showed. The study’s authors cite two factors: Higher levels of gender inequality may be related to higher levels of violence against women, and higher levels of gender inequality may be related to fewer opportunities for women. The researchers noted that eliminating gender discriminatory legislation and practices would empower women economically and politically, thereby strengthening their caregiving roles and promote nurturing, nonphysical child-rearing practices.
"Gender equality benefits all children, especially in low-resource settings where child care responsibilities primarily fall on women," they wrote.
Curiosity is the Key for Early Intervention of Child Abuse
Professional curiosity, which is vital in keeping children safe can also lead practitioners to feel a fear of causing offense, stress and tension, a lack of confidence, compassion fatigue, and in extreme cases, traumatic stress.
Professional curiosity, which is vital in keeping children safe can also lead practitioners to feel a fear of causing offense, stress and tension, a lack of confidence, compassion fatigue, and in extreme cases, traumatic stress.
Sucide in Later Life Linked to Child Abuse
Children who experience physical, sexual and emotional abuse or neglect are two to three times at high risk of attempting suicide in later life.
Children who experience physical, sexual and emotional abuse or neglect are two to three times at high risk of attempting suicide in later life.
Americans View Child Abuse and Neglect as a Serious Public Health Problem: Study
Americans view child abuse as a serious public health issue, a strong public support for increased funding to address child abuse is needed.
Americans view child abuse as a serious public health issue, a strong public support for increased funding to address child abuse is needed.
