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Child Abuse Negl December 2020 PMID 32893003

Child Maltreatment during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Consequences of Parental Job Loss on Psychological and Physical Abuse Towards Children.

Monica Lawson, Megan H Piel, Michaela Simon

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The discussions reflect a recognition of the study's importance, with posts referencing increased risks of abuse and the protective role of coping strategies, using words like 'significant,' 'urgent,' and 'must address' to underscore the relevance and potential impact of the findings.

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Most discussions acknowledge the validity of the research findings, emphasizing the link between parental job loss and increased child maltreatment.

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Participants show moderate interest, with some posts highlighting the importance of the topic and calling for awareness.

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Engagement appears mostly surface-level, with few posts delving into detailed analysis or proposing solutions.

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The discussions suggest the research could influence policies or raise awareness, but overall impact remains moderate due to limited depth.

Abstract in brief

  • The study found that parental job loss during the COVID-19 pandemic significantly increased the risk of child maltreatment, including both psychological and physical abuse.
  • Parents who experienced job loss were more likely to feel depressed and to have previously maltreated their children, which further elevated the risk during the pandemic.
  • Cognitive reframing coping skills served as a protective factor, especially in reducing physical abuse among parents who lost their jobs, highlighting the importance of coping strategies in preventing child maltreatment.]
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RT @UKRCPR: Research (US) - Child Maltreatment during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Consequences of Parental Job Loss on Psychological and Physica…

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Professor Eunice Lumsden
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RT @UKRCPR: Research (US) - Child Maltreatment during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Consequences of Parental Job Loss on Psychological and Physica…

Oct 12, 2020 · 3 shares · 3,135 followers View post →
taarifa Demba
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RT @UKRCPR: Research (US) - Child Maltreatment during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Consequences of Parental Job Loss on Psychological and Physica…

Oct 12, 2020 · 3 shares · 1,344 followers View post →
UK Child Protection
@B_Gallagher99 · X

Research (US) - Child Maltreatment during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Consequences of Parental Job Loss on Psychological and Physical Abuse Towards Children (Monica Lawson, Megan H. Piel & Michaela Simon, 2020): https://t.co/ZYKunsOlDn https://t.co/NoO15YKMFZ

Oct 12, 2020 · 3 likes · 3 shares · 3,715 followers View post →
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