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[Child abuse and neglect. II]
G Gjurić1, D Kriz, R Pejcinović
1Klinika za djecje bolesti, Medicinski fakultet Sveucilista u Zagrebu.
Insights
This review assesses the medical, social, and legal dimensions of child abuse and neglect. It emphasizes the need for physicians to understand and manage these cases through a multidisciplinary approach.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Social Medicine
- Medical Law
Context:
- Child abuse and neglect present complex medical, social, and legal challenges.
- Physicians play a crucial role in identifying and managing cases of child maltreatment.
- A comprehensive understanding of child abuse is essential for effective intervention.
Purpose:
- To enhance physicians' knowledge of the scope, signs, and management of child abuse and neglect.
- To highlight the importance of a coordinated, multidisciplinary strategy for addressing child maltreatment.
- To provide a thorough overview of the medical, social, and legal facets of child abuse.
Summary:
- This review examines the multifaceted aspects of child abuse and neglect, encompassing medical, social, and legal considerations.
- It details the extent and manifestations of child maltreatment, offering insights into effective management strategies.
- The paper underscores the critical need for physicians to be well-informed about child abuse and neglect.
Impact:
- Improved identification and management of child abuse and neglect cases by healthcare professionals.
- Promotion of a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to child protection.
- Enhanced awareness and understanding of child maltreatment within the medical community.
Abstract:
In this review, published in two parts, the medical social and legal aspects of child abuse and neglect are assessed. The aim of this paper was to get all the physicians involved in the care of children more thoroughly acquainted with the extent, manifestations and management of abused and or neglected children. The necessity of an organised multidisciplinary approach to this serious medical and social problem iz also stressed.