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What accounts for the decline in abuse and neglect rates?

April 26, 2017abuse accounts decline Neglect rates

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What accounts for the decline in abuse and neglect rates?

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A. The reasons for this drop in both the number of children reported and in the number of cases where abuse or neglect was substantiated probably varies from state to state. In some jurisdictions, it may be the result of changes in state policies or procedures for handling child abuse reports rather than an actual decrease in the number of children reported and maltreated. In others, CPS reforms may mean more children are receiving help before they are seriously injured, leading to a real decrease in the number of children hurt by abuse and neglect.