Aims and Scope of Child Maltreatment
Child Maltreatment is a peer-reviewed academic journal that publishes papers in the field of psychology, family studies and social work. The journal's editor is Daniel J. Whitaker, PhD (Georgia State University). It has been in publication since 1996 and is currently published by SAGE Publications in association with American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children. Less
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4.3
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Q1Developmental and Educational Psychology

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1.57
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Child Maltreatment Journal Specifications
| Overview | |
| Publisher | SAGE PUBLICATIONS INC |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| General Details | |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| Publication Start Year | 1996 |
| Publisher URL | Visit website |
| Website URL | Visit website |
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