Psychology 2042A/B Lecture Notes - Lecture 10: Child Prostitution, Domestic Violence, Psychological Abuse

• School: Western University
• Department: Psychology
• Course: Psychology 2042A/B
• Professor: Jeff St Pierre

Document Summary

Lecture 10 april 2nd: child abuse and neglect. Child abuse and neglect have been recognized as a significant problems since the early 1970s. In north america, it is estimated that one in ten children experience some form of sexual victimization by an adult or peer. It is estimated that one in ten receives harsh physical punishment by a parent or other caregiver that puts them at risk of injury. Child maltreatment refers to four primary acts: physical abuse, neglect, sexual abuse, and emotional abuse. Non-accidental trauma refers to the wide/range effects of maltreatment on the child"s physical and emotional development. Victimization is abuse or maltreatment of someone whose ability to protect himself or herself is limited. Most common child abuser would be a single mother; sexual abuse is more common with men. Maltreatment often occurs within ongoing relationships that are assumed to be protective, supportive, and nurturing.