Child Protection, Domestic Violence and Parental Substance Misuse

This essential research synthesis examines the dangerous intersection of domestic violence, parental substance misuse, and child protection concerns, drawing from extensive evidence to reveal how these issues compound to create toxic environments for children. The book systematically explores how addiction and abuse within households directly impact child development and safety, moving beyond isolated examination of these problems to show their interconnected nature. Readers will find clear analysis of how substance abuse fuels domestic violence and how both create conditions that threaten children's wellbeing, making this crucial reading for understanding family dynamics in high-risk situations.

What sets this work apart is its critical examination of how child protection systems actually respond when these complex cases emerge, providing valuable insight into both systemic strengths and failures. Social workers, family court professionals, and policymakers will find particularly useful the evidence-based framework for assessing risk and implementing effective interventions. The book's unflinching look at how services often struggle with these multifaceted cases makes it indispensable for anyone working to protect vulnerable children in homes affected by violence and addiction.