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Which states in the USA have the highest incidence of child abuse?
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In 2009, Massachusetts was ranked number one for the highest rate of child abuse. In 2009 Iowa, New York, Alaska, and Kentucky also had high rates of child abuse.
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What US state has the most reported cases of child abuse?
According to a report by the Every Child Matters Education Fund, Kentucky has the highest child abuse death rate with more than 4 deaths per 100,000 children yearly and 41 deaths in 2007. Other states with high child abuse death rates include South Dakota, Florida, Nebraska and Missouri. Every year 3 million child abuse cases are reported in the United States.
How would you explain child abuse in the Philippines from sociological perspectives. how would this differ from psychological perspectives?
From a sociological perspective, child abuse in the Philippines can be understood as a result of broader systemic issues such as poverty, lack of social support systems, and cultural norms that may perpetuate violence. In contrast, psychological perspectives may focus more on individual factors such as trauma, mental health issues, and behavioral patterns in both the abuser and the victim. The sociological perspective looks at the external factors influencing child abuse, while the psychological perspective focuses on internal factors.
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Mecklingburg county
Can you give sentences for the word abuse?
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What is the Florida law on spanking children?
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Who is required by the law to report child abuse?
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Is kicking your children child abuse?
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What books can prevent child abuse?
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What country has the highest rate of child labor?
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Can a homeless mother be charged with child abuse in CA?
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