Duncan Linsey, a leading authority on child welfare, takes a critical look at the current child welfare system, finding that the current emphasis on abuse has produced a system that serves largely as a last resort for only the worst and most dramatic cases in child welfare. He makes a compelling argument for the criminal justice system to assume responsibility for the problem of child abuse in order for the child welfare system to address the well-being of a much larger number of children now growing up in poverty. This new ...
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Duncan Linsey, a leading authority on child welfare, takes a critical look at the current child welfare system, finding that the current emphasis on abuse has produced a system that serves largely as a last resort for only the worst and most dramatic cases in child welfare. He makes a compelling argument for the criminal justice system to assume responsibility for the problem of child abuse in order for the child welfare system to address the well-being of a much larger number of children now growing up in poverty. This new edition of The Welfare of Children is a compassionate blueprint for the comprehensive reform of the child welfare system and is sure to spark serious debate about a major public policy issue facing our society.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. Clean from markings. In good all round condition. Dust jacket in good condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 800grams, ISBN: 9780195085181.
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