Citation

Osofsky JD. J. Child Psychol. Psychiatry 2018; 59(4): 403-404.

Affiliation

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA, USA.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2018, John Wiley and Sons)

DOI

10.1111/jcpp.12902

PMID

29574733

Abstract

Violence and abuse in families occurs frequently with significant impact on children of all ages. However, this type of interpersonal violence is often the least disclosed or discussed. Therefore, the Harold and Sellers paper is important to bring attention to the broad range of both behavioral and neuroscience research in this area and the clinical implications for children and adolescents including risk for later psychopathology. The commentary also expands an understanding of the impact and outcomes for very young children exposed to domestic violence. The authors provide a thorough description of the many prevention and intervention programs and approaches to help children exposed to domestic violence. In conclusion, it is essential to recognize that even at times of adversity for children and families, such as when domestic violence occurs, it is important to recognize strengths and support resilience.

© 2018 Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health.

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