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Congress of the U.S., Washington, DC. Senate Committee on Labor and Human Resources. – 1986
This document contains witness testimonies from the Congressional hearing called to examine the issue of domestic violence and public health. Senator Hawkins' opening statement recognizes the work of Surgeon General C. Everett Koop in organizing a workshop of over 150 experts in the public health field to examine the problem of domestic violence.…
Descriptors: Battered Women, Child Abuse, Elder Abuse, Family Violence
Hart, William L.; And Others – 1984
This document reviews the problem of family violence, including child abuse, spouse abuse, and elder abuse. The role of the Justice System is outlined with recommendations for law enforcement, for prosecutors, and for judges. Needs and recommendations for victim assistance are discussed, as are the issues of prevention and awareness, education and…
Descriptors: Battered Women, Child Abuse, Crime Prevention, Crisis Intervention