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Child Abuse & Neglect

Preventing the abuse of children starts with investing in stronger families. When children do suffer abuse or neglect, they need swift action that offers the chance to grow up in a safe, nurturing home. First Focus on Children works with federal policy makers to inform and advance the best possible options.

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Dec 08, 2008 Child Abuse & Neglect

Addressing the Needs of Vulnerable Families During an Economic Crisis

When the economy takes a downturn, it often hits the most vulnerable families the hardest. Unfortunately, funding for social...

Sep 15, 2008 Child Abuse & Neglect

Big Ideas: Investing in our Nation’s Future

History has shown that significant achievements in federal policy for children typically happen in the first year after a...

Sep 01, 2008 Child Abuse & Neglect

Psychotropic Medication Use in Children on Medicaid

Research demonstrates a general trend of increasing prescriptions for psychotropic medications for children. In fact, the practice of prescribing...

Jun 02, 2008 Child Abuse & Neglect

Addressing the Health Care Needs of Foster Care Children

This new brief released by First Focus highlights a number of critical health concerns and policies impacting children in...

Mar 18, 2008 Child Abuse & Neglect

New Legislation Will Expand Background Checks for Volunteers Working With Children

WASHINGTON, DC – Last week, 3 prominent Senators introduced legislation that would allow youth-serving organizations to run FBI Background...

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