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Risk factors for child neglect: A meta-analytic review
- Authors:
- MULDER Tim M., et al
- Journal article citation:
- Child Abuse and Neglect, 77, 2018, pp.198-210.
- Publisher:
- Elsevier
Knowledge of risk factors and their effects is vital for successfully preventing and reducing child neglect. This study provides a meta-analytic update of research on risk factors for child neglect. A total of 315 effect sizes were extracted from 36 primary studies and classified into 24 risk domains. Effects of 15 risk domains were significant and ranged from small (r = .110) to large (r = .372) in magnitude. Most risks were found at the parental level, such as having a history of antisocial behaviour/criminal offending (r = .372); having a history of mental/psychiatric problems (r = . 259); having mental/physical problems (r = .207); and experiences of abuse in own childhood (r = .182). The effect of mother-related risk factors was not significantly different from the effect of father-related risk factors. It is concluded that child neglect is determined by multiple risk domains and that especially parent-related risk factors are important in preventing and reducing child neglect. Implications of the results for clinical practice are discussed. (Edited publisher abstract)
Neglect: research evidence to inform practice
- Author:
- MORAN Patricia
- Publisher:
- Action for Children
- Publication year:
- 2009
- Pagination:
- 31p., bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
Neglect in its many forms remains an under-researched area, despite being the most pervasive form of child maltreatment in the UK. However, there is sufficient evidence to build a picture of the individuals, families and circumstances in which neglect is most likely to occur. There is also sufficient evidence to understand the devastating impact neglect can have on all aspects of child development and into adulthood. The evidence required to guide practitioners in the development and delivery of interventions to prevent or reduce neglect is particularly lacking. Promising interventions include programmes of home visiting (begun in the prenatal period), parent training, school-based social workers, social network support and therapeutic approaches with parents and children. Intervening in neglect is also likely to be costly, requiring intensive, long-term, multi-faceted work by a highly skilled workforce. Provision of such services is likely to be hampered by the short-term nature of much funding available for new initiatives, and by a desire for quick results. Given that neglect is characterised by multiple contributing factors at personal, interpersonal, social and societal levels, it is also important to remember the role of social policy in alleviating neglect
Emotionally and behaviorally disturbed children in the child welfare system: points of preventive intervention
- Author:
- DORE Martha M.
- Journal article citation:
- Children and Youth Services Review, 21(1), January 1999, pp.7-29.
- Publisher:
- Elsevier
Research is demonstrating more clearly than ever before the association between abuse and neglect and serious emotional and behavioural problems in children. Studies suggest that from 30% to 60% of children currently entering the children welfare system, in the USA, demonstrate some form of psychiatric disorder. At the same time there is evidence that the child welfare system is failing to address the needs of these children in care. This article proposes three points of preventive intervention for a child welfare system response and describes elements of each.
Mapping selective prevention and promotion interventions for the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people from vulnerable groups: a rapid overview
- Authors:
- MACINTYRE Anna K., KARADZHOV Dimitar
- Publisher:
- Barnardo's
- Publication year:
- 2019
- Pagination:
- 89
- Place of publication:
- London
A rapid overview of reviews providing a mapping of selective prevention and promotion interventions for child and adolescent mental health and wellbeing in relation to specific vulnerable groups. The report should be read in conjunction with a review of universal prevention and promotion interventions, also undertaken by the University of Strathclyde. The overview does not provide recommendations of particular interventions, but acts as a resource and signposts to evidence. In total 23 reviews were identified which met inclusion criteria and these synthesised the data from an estimated at least 450 primary studies. The findings indicate an emerging but limited body of evidence focused on selective prevention and mental health promotion for vulnerable groups of children and young people. The reviews retrieved cover the following six vulnerable groups: General 'at risk' and maltreated youth; Young people identified as low income: Teenage parents; Ethnic minority young people; Foster children and parents; and Young offenders. It finds that a wide variety of interventions have been reviewed in relation to a range of vulnerable groups, for example interventions to support the mental health of 'at risk'/maltreated children. In addition, interventions such as physical activity interventions, positive youth development interventions, early childhood education have been carried out with vulnerable groups and there is evidence that some of these interventions can be effective. (Edited publisher abstract)
Looking after infant mental health: our case for change. A summary of research evidence
- Author:
- NATIONAL SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO CHILDREN
- Publisher:
- National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children
- Publication year:
- 2016
- Pagination:
- 21
- Place of publication:
- London
Drawing on evidence from research and practice, this report sets out a case for prioritising the mental health needs of young children in care who have experienced abuse or neglect. The report focuses England and Wales, and includes data and statistics throughout to support key points. It presents evidence to show that children who experience maltreatment and grow up without positive and stable relationships are at greater risk of mental health problems and other poor outcomes throughout their lives. It looks at the lack of stable relationships for children in care due to unstable placements; the need for specialist support for foster carers; the need for services to support vulnerable birth parents to care for their children; and the need for more services to identify and look after the mental health of babies and infants. Finally the report presents evidence to show the benefits of investing early to provide the right support for children, their parents and carers, highlighting the savings and long term benefits to society as a whole. The report forms part of the NSPCC case for change, which, by highlighting the fundamental importance of looking after infant mental health, aims to build awareness and understanding, and to create change for the better. (Edited publisher abstract)
Looking after infant mental health in Scotland: our case for change. A summary of research evidence
- Author:
- NATIONAL SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO CHILDREN
- Publisher:
- National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children
- Publication year:
- 2016
- Pagination:
- 21
- Place of publication:
- London
Drawing on evidence from research and practice, this report sets out a case for prioritising the mental health needs of young children in care in Scotland who have experienced abuse or neglect. Statistics from Scotland are included throughout to support key points. The report presents evidence to show that children who experience maltreatment and grow up without positive and stable relationships are at greater risk of mental health problems and other poor outcomes throughout their lives. It looks at the lack of stable relationships for children in care due to unstable placements; the need for specialist support for foster carers; the need for services to support vulnerable birth parents to care for their children; and the need for more services to identify and look after the mental health of babies and infants. Finally the report presents evidence to show the benefits of investing early to provide the right support for children, their parents and carers, highlighting the savings and long term benefits to society as a whole. The report forms part of the NSPCC case for change, which, by highlighting the fundamental importance of looking after infant mental health, aims to build awareness and understanding, and to create change for the better. (Edited publisher abstract)
All babies count: information for professionals
- Author:
- NATIONAL SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO CHILDREN
- Publisher:
- National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children
- Publication year:
- 2011
- Pagination:
- 22p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Drawing on their full report 'All babies count', the NSPCC present key areas for professionals working with babies and infants at risk of child abuse or neglect. It highlights the increased risk babies face when parents are experiencing mental health problems, domestic abuse, substance misuse, or mental health problems. It also looks at the principles that enable services to be more effective in keeping babies safe. Four new NSPCC programmes for protecting babies are also briefly described.
All babies count: prevention and protection for vulnerable babies
- Authors:
- CUTHBERT Chris, RAYNS Gwynne, STANLEY Kate
- Publisher:
- National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children
- Publication year:
- 2011
- Pagination:
- 70p.
- Place of publication:
- London
This report looks at the evidence on the extent of abuse and neglect of babies in the first year of life and also highlights the importance of early intervention. It explains the rationale for focussing on babies in strategies for abuse and neglect and the increased risk of abuse facing infants under one years old. It then looks at the multi-level processes involved in child maltreatment, and identifies a number of risk factors. These include mental illness, domestic abuse and substance misuse. The third section of the report looks at the evidence of 'what works' and identifies examples of effective and innovative practice. The final section outlines NSPCC strategy and vision for the prevention of abuse in babies and infants. Four key building blocks are identified: clear accountability; integrated policy and integrated practice; world class commissioning, world class services; and professional capacity, professional capability.
Patients as parents: the risk to children
- Author:
- OATES Margaret
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Psychiatry, 170(Supplement 32), April 1997, pp.22-27.
- Publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
An important part of any risk assessment of a patient is the capacity or likelihood of that patient to do harm to another. Examines the risk of patients who suffer from severe mental illness being more at risk than the general population of physically abusing their children.
Responding to adverse childhood experiences: an evidence review of interventions to prevent and address adversity across the life course
- Authors:
- LEMMA Di L.C.G., et al
- Publishers:
- Public Health Wales, Bangor University
- Publication year:
- 2019
- Pagination:
- 44
- Place of publication:
- Cardiff
A broad overview of the international evidence on interventions to prevent and address adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), and their harms and consequences. ACEs are stressful events during childhood, such as being a victim of abuse, neglect, or growing up in a household in which alcohol or substance misuse, mental ill health, domestic violence. The review identifies over 100 programmes and interventions which were collated across four common approaches: supporting parenting; building relationships and resilience; early identification of adversity; and, responding to trauma and specific ACEs. It also draws out seven cross-cutting themes which could be used to inform a whole system approach to tackle ACEs across the life course. These are: Promoting social development and positive relationships; Promoting cognitive-behavioural and emotional development in childhood; Promoting self-identity and confidence in both children and adults; Building knowledge and awareness about the causes and consequences of ACEs amongst the public and professionals; Developing new skills and strategies for those affected to cope with adversity; Early identification of adversities; and a collaborative approach across sectors and organisations. The report concludes by highlighting current gaps in the evidence and suggests key areas for further work to tackle ACEs for future generations. (Edited publisher abstract)