Machine generated contents note: pt. 1 Understanding -- 1.Definitions and the roots of oppression -- 2.Lessons from inquiries -- 3.Child development: physical and physiological factors -- 4.Child development: psychosocial factors -- pt. 2 Assessment -- 5.The fear factor -- 6.Siblings and the Cinderella syndrome -- 7.Inappropriate roles for children -- 8.From assessment to response -- pt. 3 Response -- 9.Attachment issues -- 10.Family support and intervention -- 11.Promoting resilience in children -- 12.Society, prevention and future directions.