This packet is provided for anyone interested in learning more about child abuse and neglect. Contents include: * What is Child Abuse and Neglect * Preventing Child Abuse and Neglect * Leaving Your Child Home Alone * Recognizing Child Abuse and Neglect: Signs and Symptoms * How the Child Welfare System Works * Long-Term Consequences of Child Abuse and Neglect * Child Maltreatment 2006: Summary of Key Findings * Toll-Free Crisis Hotline Numbers
