The Cinderella Effect: Non-Genetic Romantic Partners as a Risk Factor For Child Abuse
Authors:
Monica Echols, MPA, & Kristine M. Jacquin, Ph.D.
Original Publication Site & Date: American College of Forensic Psychology 2022
Summary:
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (2022), approximately 618,000 children were the victims of child abuse and neglect and 1,750 children died from abuse and neglect in 2020.
Although data shows that biological parents are the main perpetrators of child abuse and neglect, a family structure composed of a single parent and nonbiological partner are also associated with increased risk.
In 2020, there were 17,768 (3.8 percent) cases of abuse and neglect where the perpetrator was identified as the unmarried partner of a parent (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2022).
Presented by
Monica Echols, MPA, & Kristine M. Jacquin, Ph.D.
Institution
School of Psychology
Fielding Graduate University