Dimensions of Child Abuse and Neglect and the Need for Family Counselling

Abstract

This paper examined the dimensions of Child Abuse and Neglect and the need for family counselling to curb the menace. It discussed the concept of Abuse and Neglect under the following sub-headings; physical abuse, physical neglect, including definitions and examples of such concepts. It also discussed the physical and behavioural indicators of each concept. This paper also discussed sexual abuse, emotional abuse as well as siblings abuse and the role of guidance counsellors in reducing the incidence of abuse and neglect in families.