It also gives some startling statistics, it discusses just how a grave a situation this is, and describes some ways to improve it. In 10 pages the author discusses child abuse. Child abuse in its many forms is alive and well in the 1990s. The parents or other caregivers abuse children very frequently. Child abuse is clearly defined under state and federal statutes.
Children have rights.
There are specific clues to look for to know whether a child is being abused. Bibliography lists 8 sources.