ABSTRACT
Child physical abuse involves the intentional harm of a child or infant by inflicting physical harm or suffering. This may take the form of inappropriate discipline, beatings, or confinement. This chapter will focus on nonfatal child abuse.
Child physical abuse involves the intentional harm of a child or infant by inflicting physical harm or suffering. This may take the form of inappropriate discipline, beatings, or confinement. This chapter will focus on nonfatal child abuse.