Helping THE Battered Child AND HIS Family

The book is in fair condition, with noticeable wear on the cover, including scuffs and edge wear, typical of a paperback from this era. The binding remains intact, and the pages are clean with no inscriptions or markings. There is no dust jacket, as this is a paperback edition.

"Helping the Battered Child and His Family" by C. Henry Kempe, M.D. and Ray E. Helfer, M.D., was published by J. B. Lippincott Company in 1972. This paperback edition, printed in the United States, is a significant work in the field of child welfare and family therapy. Kempe and Helfer, both esteemed professionals in pediatrics and human development, provide critical insights into supporting abused children and their families. The book addresses the complexities of child abuse and offers practical guidance for professionals involved in child protection. This edition is particularly valuable for those studying the history and evolution of child welfare practices. The book does not have a dust jacket, and its condition shows typical signs of shelf wear, making it a solid reading copy for those interested in historical perspectives on child welfare.