The media

Article Abstract:

The article discusses moral and ethical issues of presenting child abuse through mass media coverage. Journalistic approaches to child abuse tend to overlook a single instance, and must be modified to alter their coverage of this widespread problem.

Ethical aspects, Media coverage, Mass media

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The politics

Article Abstract:

The author argues US laws to prevent child abuse passed since the late 1940s have had no long-term focus. Lack of continuing political interest, the nature of effective policy making, and new views of child abuse are presented.

Political aspects

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The economics

Article Abstract:

This article describes economic ways in which child abuse manifests itself. Long-term costs for delinquency and mental illness, view of child abuse as a social problem, and parenting standards are discussed.

Economic aspects

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