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Peer reviewedThompson, Ross A.; Wilcox, Brian L. – American Psychologist, 1995
Describes some of the problems that have been identified in federal research funding, administration, and support of research initiatives and training concerning child abuse and neglect. Remedies for these difficulties are outlined, research priorities are identified, and ways to rejuvenate the federal government's role in this area are suggested.…
Descriptors: Child Abuse, Child Neglect, Decision Making, Federal Government
Peer reviewedShinn, Marybeth; And Others – American Psychologist, 1991
This study compares social relationships of 677 homeless mothers with 495 housed mothers on public assistance in New York (New York). Homeless women had more disruptive social experiences but were more likely to have had recent contact with relatives/friends. Over 75 percent had visited relatives/friends in the past year. (JB)
Descriptors: At Risk Persons, Battered Women, Child Abuse, Economic Factors
