Abstract :
The present study were attempted to find out the prevalence of child neglect among children and prevalence of gender disparities in abuse across three socio-economic groups in Allahabad district. A total sample of 180 children in age group of 9-18 years from three socio-economic status families were selected using stratified random sampling technique. Sixty respondent and their parents from each socio-economic group (30 boys and 30 girls) were selected for the study. Socio-economic status scale was use to assess the socio-economic status of the respondents. Self-made interview schedule for parents and children was used to assess the prevalence of abuse. The present study indicated that child neglect was more prevalent in lower socio-economic group among boys and girls followed by middle and upper socio-economic group. Socio-economic status had a significant effect (P
Keyword :
Abuse, Barrier, Campaigns, Prevalence, Prevent, Maltreatment