Child Maltreatment: An Introduction to the Medical Evaluation

Child Maltreatment: An Introduction to the Medical Evaluation is a comprehensive, updated guide for the medical assessment of suspected child sexual abuse. This edition emphasizes the importance of accurate, well-documented examinations and provides a holistic approach, covering not only physical assessment and diagnosis, but also interviewing techniques, evidence collection, and procedures relevant to legal and forensic investigations. It serves as an essential reference for healthcare providers involved in safeguarding children.

Key Features:

• Updated guidance on performing thorough, accurate, and well-documented medical examinations
• Comprehensive coverage of the physical evaluation and diagnosis of child sexual abuse
• Practical guidance on interviewing children sensitively and effectively
• Instructions for proper collection and preservation of forensic evidence
• Integrates medical, legal, and investigative perspectives
• Serves as a reference for pediatricians, forensic clinicians, and other professionals involved in child protection