The paradox of “wonderful children”: The case of child abuse |
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Authors: | Bie Nio Ong |
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a University of Liverpool, |
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Abstract: | In our society young children are generally considered to be “wonderful”. This dominant concept pervades not only parental thinking, but professional thinking as well. In the case of child abuse, however, profound contradictions can arise as a result. Professionals are primarily focused on children's welfare, while parents' views are much more ambiguous.
In our example of a Family Centre these contradictions are clearly illustrated, and we hope to draw conclusions as to what change in theory and practice could result from an analysis of contradictions. |
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Keywords: | Child abuse Parenting Professional practice |
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