Case outcomes of child welfare-involved families affected by domestic violence: A review of the literature |
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Authors: | Ijeoma Nwabuzor Ogbonnaya Cara Pohle |
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Affiliation: | School of Social Work, University of Southern California, United States |
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Abstract: | There is emerging evidence to suggest that children who come to the attention of child protective authorities are more likely to experience out-of-home placement if their families are affected by domestic violence than other reasons for investigation. To develop a better understanding of child welfare-involved families that are exposed to domestic violence, this article provides a comprehensive review of research examining the effects of domestic violence on the likelihood of out-of-home placement and family reunification. A search of the literature resulted in 16 articles that met the study's criteria. Data suggested that domestic violence may be negatively related to out-of-home placement depending on the sample type, and marginally related to family reunification. Recommendations and implications related to future research are presented. |
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Keywords: | Child welfare Domestic violence Foster home care Review |
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