Child Abuse Prevention

 

Strong, nurturing communities that are supportive of families can get involved and play a role in preventing child abuse and neglect and promoting child and family well-being.

Protective Factors

• Knowledge of parenting and child development
• Parental resilience
• Social connections
• Concrete support for families
• Social and emotional competence of children

Protective Factors Framework (CSSP)

Protective Factors in Practice

Learn More

• Child Supervision Guidelines
• ArlingtonFamilies.com
• Arlington Partnership for Children, Youth and Families
• SCAN – Stop Child Abuse Now
• Prevent Child Abuse America
• Prevent Child Abuse Virginia
• Doorways for Women and Families
• KidsHealth.org

Tip Sheets