Abstract
Two successful public health efforts of the last third of the twentieth century-tobacco control and automobile injury control-are reviewed for relevance to the problem of child abuse. Potential lessons for child abuse prevention are identified and the following approaches are suggested: Investigate varied logic models or conceptual frameworks to identify new opportunities for effective intervention. Use a multidisciplinary, multi-sector approach. Normalize desired behaviors and denormalize undesirable behaviors. Balance efficacy, feasibility, and cultural appropriateness. Develop strategies for effective policy advocacy based upon who benefits and who shoulders most of the burden.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 205-222 |
Number of pages | 18 |
Journal | Journal of Prevention and Intervention in the Community |
Volume | 34 |
Issue number | 1-2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Aug 23 2007 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Automobile injury control
- Child abuse
- Health promotion
- Public health campaigns
- Tobacco control
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Social Psychology