All countries confront the problem of providing for dependent, neglected, and 1 abused children. While the exact form of institutional response will differ in r

From the Preface: This manual, Child Protective Services: A Guide for Caseworkers, examines the roles and responsibilities of child protective services (CPS) wo

Professionals in child welfare and protection are often required to make decisions--fraught with many difficulties and shortcomings--that have crucial implicati

This volume examines existing research documenting racial disproportionality and disparities in child welfare systems, the underlying factors that contribute to

The quality of the assessment of children in need has a significant impact on outcomes for the children concerned. Good assessment contributes to better outcome