physical abuse

societal standards

reporting & detection

patterns of abuse

characteristic of abusive parents

psychotic parent

sadistic parent

overcontrolling/personality disorder parent

violence as an acceptable behavior

explosive/episodic abuse

role of alcohol

role of inadequate parenting skills

role of inadequate personal skills

male versus female abusers

characteristics of abused children

exceptional children at greater risk

step-children at greater risk

consequences of childhood physical abuse

behavior & emotional problems

cycle of abuse theory

sexual abuse

incestuous vs. predatory sexual abuse

pedophiles

consequences of childhood sexual abuse

psychological abuse

little research or direct knowledge

requirements for healthy development:

love and structure

failure to thrive

requirements for healthy development:

love and structure