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Kilgour, David – Canadian Social Studies, 1992
Discusses the problem of violence against women in Canada. Argues that recent government efforts to address the problem deal with the symptoms only. Cites findings indicating that child and sexual abuse are among the foremost fears of Canadian girls. Concludes that society pays too little attention to violence against women. (DK)
Descriptors: Attitude Measures, Child Abuse, Elementary Secondary Education, Females