The second edition of this report provides an update on the effect of parental problems, such as substance misuse and mental illness, on children’s welfare.
In many families, children’s health and development are being affected by the difficulties their parents are experiencing. The findings from research, however, suggest that services are not always forthcoming. Practically a quarter of referrals to children’s social care resulted in no action being taken.
Author
Cleaver H, Unell I, Aldgate J.
Year
2011 (2nd edition)
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