Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
ASSESSING RISK IN FAMILIES AFFECTED BY SUBSTANCE ABUSE. |
| Authors: |
Olsen, Lenore J.1, Allen, Darlene2, Azzi-Lessing, Lenette2 |
| Source: |
Child Abuse & Neglect. Sep96, Vol. 20 Issue 9, p833-842. 10p. 1 Chart. |
| Subject Terms: |
*Evaluation, *Families, *Child abuse, *Abused children, Substance abuse |
| Abstract (English): |
A new instrument assessing risk in substance abuse-affected families is presented. The instrument assesses those dimensions of substance abuse that make it more difficult for parents to meet the basic needs of their children. It also assesses those components of the parent's environment that may increase risk to the family's well-being. Information is presented on the instrument's reliability and validity. The article concludes with a discussion of the issues involved in assessing the risk for child abuse and neglect in families where there is an identified substance abuse problem. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
| Abstract (Spanish): |
Se presenta un nuevo instrumento para evaluar el riesgo de maltrato y abandono infantil en familias con un problema de abuso de sustancias (alcohol y/o drogas). El instrumento evalúa aquellos aspectos del abuso de sustancias que hacen más difícil para los padres/madres cubrir las necesidades básicas de sus hijos. Evalua además los componentes del entorno parental que pueden incrementar el riesgo para el bienestar de la familia. Se presenta información acerca de la fiabilidad y validez del instrumento. El artículo concluye con una discusión sobre las cuestiones implicadas en la evaluación del riesgo para el maltrato y abandono infantil en familias donde se ha identificado un problema de abuso de drogas o alcohol. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
| Abstract (French): |
Les auteurs présentent un nouvel instrument conçu pour évaluer le niveau de risque que présentent les familles qui abusent de stupéfiants. Cet instrument évalue les aspects de la toxicomanie qui empêchent les parents de veiller aux besoins de leurs enfants. Il évalue aussi les caractéristiques du milieu qui menacent le bien-être des parents. L'article discute de la fiabilité et de la validité de l'instrument et des éléments à prendre en considération pour évaluer les risques de maltraitance et de négligence chez les familles qui sont reconnues comme ayant des troubles de toxicomanie. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Database: |
Education Research Complete |
