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Perinatal screening for child abuse and neglect
1University of Utah Medical Center, Salt Lake City, USA.
Clinics in Perinatology
|July 1, 1998
Summary
Perinatal screening and early intervention programs can identify high-risk parents, offering support to prevent child abuse and neglect. This review examines the feasibility, benefits, and costs of such programs for at-risk families.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Pediatrics
- Social Work
Background:
- Child abuse and neglect are significant societal problems.
- Increased awareness necessitates proactive prevention strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the feasibility of perinatal screening and early intervention for child abuse and neglect.
- To discuss the advantages, disadvantages, and cost-effectiveness of these approaches.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of existing information on perinatal screening and early intervention.
- Analysis of data regarding high-risk parenting in the perinatal period.
Main Results:
- Screening and intervention show promise for identifying and supporting at-risk families.
- The effectiveness and cost-benefit of these programs require careful consideration.
Conclusions:
- Perinatal screening and early intervention are feasible strategies for addressing child abuse and neglect.
- Further research and careful implementation are needed to optimize outcomes for children and families.