In this article, we will discuss the different types of child abuse and neglect. The way it affects all ages, genders, races and ethnicities are represented among both perpetrators and victims of abuse and neglect, with no particular group being protected. In 2005, approximately 3.3 million children were reported to have been abused or neglected and were investigated or evaluated by state and local child protective services agencies. Approximately 940,500 children have been found to be victims of child maltreatment (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2007). In 2005, approximately 1,460 children died due to abuse or neglect. Over 75% of the children killed were under 4 years old. Over 40% of child deaths have been attributed to neglect. Physical abuse has also been a major contributor to infant mortality (USDHHS, 2007). In this article we will discuss the different types of child abuse and neglect, the Division of Family Services/Therapeutic Approaches to Child Abuse and Neglect, other agencies' approach to child abuse and neglect. Problem Definition/Exploration What is child abuse and neglect? Child abuse” means harm or threatened harm to the health or well-being of a child occurring through non-accidental physical or mental injury, sexual abuse, sexual exploitation, or maltreatment by a parent, legal guardian, or any other responsible person of the abuse the health or well-being of the child. “Child neglect” means harm or threatened harm to the health or well-being of a child by a parent, legal guardian, or any other person responsible for the health or well-being of the child that occurs through any of the following : Negligent treatment, including failure to provide adequate food, clothing, shelter, or medical care. That... middle of the paper... about 6 million children, a report can include multiple children. The United States has the worst record among industrialized countries losing five children every day to abuse-related deaths. Conclusion Preventing child abuse and neglect is a powerful investment that saves lives. Unfortunately it is difficult to say that we do much to help. Another thing I've learned is to teach our children the proper names for their body parts. As I watch the stewards for the kids, it was an eye opener because I told my son his penis was a hot dog. But after watching it, the little girl in the video told the teacher that her father ate her cookie last night, what he was referring to was her vagina. I think we should talk about child abuse more often, especially the younger generations. Teach them because they are young: they will be more aware of what is right and what is wrong.