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Saville-Smith, K. (2000). Familial caregivers’ physical abuse and neglect <strong>of</strong> children: A literaturereview. Wellington, New Zealand: Ministry <strong>of</strong> Social Policy. Retrieved October 31, 2005,fromhttp://www.msd.govt.nz/documents/publications/sector-policy/familialcaregiverslitreview.pdfSee: www.nzfvc.org.nz/11993.pubTopic Areas: Child abuse and neglect, Physical abuse, Neglect, Families, Children, Childrenas victims, Care and protection, Cultural factors, Communities, Prevention/intervention/treatment, Cultural practiceAbstract: This literature review discusses in detail the characteristics and circumstances thatinform our understanding <strong>of</strong> physical abuse and neglect by familial caregivers. It recognisesthat there are multidimensional explanations for abuse and neglect which incorporatecomplex interactions between individuals, families, communities and cultural systems. Thereview concludes that treatment and prevention services need to reflect those complexinteractions. This review contributes significantly to <strong>research</strong>-based knowledge regardingdevelopment <strong>of</strong> care and protection policies and programmes. A discussion <strong>of</strong> the <strong>research</strong>method limitations and a strengths and weakness assessment <strong>of</strong> the <strong>research</strong> studies arereviewed within the report.Sch<strong>of</strong>ield, V. (2003). Elder abuse and neglect. Te Awatea Review, 1(1), 14-15, 18.See: www.nzfvc.org.nz/13009.pubTopic Areas: Elder abuse and neglect, Older personsAbstract: This article explores the issues around elder abuse and neglect, and identifies thatsubstantially more <strong>research</strong> is necessary within New Zealand. The few small-scale studiespreviously undertaken in this area differ widely in their results, and as yet cannot be used toprovide accurate generalised data across the field. The author identifies areas <strong>of</strong> futureconcern, including the current dearth <strong>of</strong> knowledge, the limited use <strong>of</strong> policy initiativeswithout a wider knowledge base, and the growing ageing population.Semple, R. J. (2001). Psychological abuse in intimate relationships: A New Zealand perspective. NewZealand Journal <strong>of</strong> Psychology, 30(2), 60-72.See: www.nzfvc.org.nz/13318.pubTopic Areas: Intimate partner abuse, Psychological/emotional abuse, Women, Perpetrators/<strong>of</strong>fenders, Legislation, Gender, Prevention/intervention/treatmentAbstract: This article discusses the prevalence and pervasiveness <strong>of</strong> psychological abuse inisolation from physical or sexual abuse. The author posits that, in New Zealand,psychological abuse may occur more frequently than both physical and sexual abuse. Theauthor defines psychological abuse for measurement purposes, as <strong>violence</strong> <strong>of</strong> this nature isdifficult to recognise. The widespread acceptance and tolerance <strong>of</strong> psychological abusetowards women, primarily due to overarching patriarchal beliefs <strong>of</strong> male control anddominance, is examined. Aspects <strong>of</strong> the Domestic Violence Act (1995) pertinent to this form<strong>of</strong> abuse are discussed. This article also analyses prevention and treatment programmes basedon a psycho-social perspective targeting both perpetrators and victims.Seuffert, N. (1996). Lawyering for women survivors <strong>of</strong> domestic <strong>violence</strong>. Waikato Law Review, 4(1),161

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