Child Abuse and Neglect Referral Patterns of Anglo and Mexican Americans.

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Title: Child Abuse and Neglect Referral Patterns of Anglo and Mexican Americans.
Language: English
Authors: Buriel, Raymond
Source: Hispanic Journal of Behavioral Sciences. Sep 1979 (3):215-227.
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 13
Publication Date: 1979
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Child Abuse, Child Neglect, Comparative Analysis, Cultural Differences, Mexican Americans, Referral, Whites
Abstract: A study of significant variations in the number of Anglo and Mexican Americans referred for child abuse and neglect by official public agencies and community sources such as family and friends. In contrast to Anglo Americans, Mexican Americans were referred more often by school personnel than by neighbors or friends. (Author/NQ)
Journal Code: CIJJAN1980
Entry Date: 1980
Accession Number: EJ208461
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:A study of significant variations in the number of Anglo and Mexican Americans referred for child abuse and neglect by official public agencies and community sources such as family and friends. In contrast to Anglo Americans, Mexican Americans were referred more often by school personnel than by neighbors or friends. (Author/NQ)