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Child Protection in a Low-Resource Setting: Experiences From Paediatric Professionals in Kenya.

Authors :
Candler, Toby
Gannon, Hannah
Wachira, John
Source :
Child Abuse Review; Nov/Dec2016, Vol. 25 Issue 6, p424-432, 9p, 5 Charts, 2 Graphs
Publication Year :
2016

Abstract

Key Practitioner Messages: Child protection is a significant issue in global child health., There is an established legal framework for the protection of children globally and in Kenya., This study has given an insight into the current experience of child protection amongst healthcare professionals in Kenya., There was limited training reported at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels., It has highlighted the need and desire for formal child protection training for all professionals working with children. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
09529136
Volume :
25
Issue :
6
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Child Abuse Review
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
120946733
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1002/car.2382