Assignment – APA – 1 page
Readings and Resources –
· Child Maltreatment, An Introduction: Chapters 1 and 2 available in google books
Optional Readings
Instances of child abuse and neglect are everywhere – in the media, in our professional and personal lives, and social media. How we personally feel how and why child maltreatment occurs colors our understanding.
Chapter One Reading
Among other things in Chapter One we are introduced to 5 common myths concerning child maltreatment.
Please address the following related to the 5 common myths noted in Chapter 1:
· Are there any myths that changed a view you previously held?
· Are there any myths that you feel may hold some truth?
Chapter Two Reading
In Chapter 2, we are introduced to a number of theories that help explain the occurrence of child maltreatment.
Please address the following related to the readings in Chapter 2:
· Which theory or theories make the most sense to you?
· Why do you feel this way?
Please note: You
must address the questions related to both