SOWK 631 - Child Neglect and Abuse

Three hours.
3 Credits

This course presents an examination from historical and contemporary perspectives the medical, legal, psychosocial, and cultural aspects of child maltreatment. A variety of theoretical frameworks will be explored as they guide an understanding of the societal, familial and community dynamics that engender child neglect, physical, sexual, and emotional abuse. Specific attention will be paid to cultural strengths ad community assets that prevent child maltreatment and promote healthy psychosocial development of children and families.