Trocmé, N., Sullivan, S. & Lefebvre, R., (September, 2024). What is child physical abuse? [Information sheet sheet #4]. Loving Our Children: Finding What Works for First Nations Families. https://cwrp.ca/publications/what-is-child-physical-abuse
4 What is Child Physical Abuse.pdf (PDF, 298MB)
This information sheet is one in a series developed by the Loving Our Children: Finding What Works for First Nations Families (Canada Research Chair in First Nations Child and Family Services Implementation 2023-2030).
It describes the frequency and severity of reported child physical abuse, differential responses, the inadequacy of spanking as discipline, and prevention and intervention programs.
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