| Includes bibliographical references (p. 195-236).;The darkness of maltreatment, the rays of light in prevention -- Child maltreatment and early childhood -- The paradox of child protection, the promise of home visitation -- Inside early home visitation : core elements of service -- Making the connection with families : who receives and benefits from home visitation services? -- Combating dual abuse : addressing substance abuse in home visitation to prevent maltreatment -- Tapping social networks in home visitation -- Empowering parents in home visitation -- Revisiting home visiting.; |