contains: BR-- An extensive A-to-Z reference section that defines the causes, cures, key research, medical terms, symptoms, treatments, and trends of each field of studyBR-- Detailed appendixes that provide current statistical informationBR-- Extensive bibliographies that serve as starting points for further researchBR-- Comprehensive directories that list organizations, associations, schools, support groups, and publications readers can turn to for further information.PIn 1996, the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released the findings of the Third National Incidence Study of Child Abuse and Neglect. One million children were victims of substantiated child abuse and neglect in 1995, the most recent year as reported to HHS by state child protection services agencies. According to the National Committee for the Prevention of Child Abuse 1996 Annual Fifty State Survey, reports of child abuse have maintained a steady growth of 45% for the past ten years.PThe Encyclopedia of Child Abuse, Second Edition provides an overview of this tragic issue. More than 500 A-to-Z entries cover every aspect of the problem -- from psychological concerns to political and legal factors and from medical terms to sociological and educational considerations.  (less)