Citation

Melton GB, Andrews AB. J. Comp. Soc. Welfare 2000; 16(1): 24.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2000, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1080/17486830008415780

PMID

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Abstract

Because of its global influence, its cultural emphasis on civil rights, and its heavy reliance on law enforcement strategies, the United States presents an especially interesting case in comparative studies of systems for control of family violence. The cultural emphasis on the legal system is found in the responses to both child maltreatment and intimate partner violence, and both protection systems continue to face serious challenges. Nonetheless, advocates concerned with these problems have often been in conflict. As concern has increased about children exposed to intimate partner violence, however, there has begun to be some ideological rapprochement between the two groups of advocates.