title: Legal issues in child sexual abuse.
abstract: There are legal issues involved in child sexual abuse matters that are complex. They are exacerbated by economics and traditions and by the rising impact of social work theory. The courts are seeking ways to improve methods of resolving these issues, but the other professions involved in the abuse system must help.
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D002650:Child Abuse, Sexual / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence* / Q000517:prevention & control; D002651:Child Advocacy / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence; D002669:Child Welfare / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence; D005581:Foster Home Care / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence; D006801:Humans; D014481:United States