Physical Abuse of Children Proving Costly for South Africa
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A recent study released by the UCT’s Children’s Institute revealed that physical abuse of children is costing South Africa billions.
The study "Birth to Twenty Plus" (BT20+) conducted with more than 2000 children in Soweto, Johannesburg, from birth to 22 years old – revealed that 99% of in the study n have been exposed to some form of direct or indirect violence over their lifespan.
Joining us online is Prof Shanaaz Mathew, director of the Children's Institute at the University of Cape Town (Expertise: fatal child abuse; Birth to Twenty Plus study)
The study "Birth to Twenty Plus" (BT20+) conducted with more than 2000 children in Soweto, Johannesburg, from birth to 22 years old – revealed that 99% of in the study n have been exposed to some form of direct or indirect violence over their lifespan.
Joining us online is Prof Shanaaz Mathew, director of the Children's Institute at the University of Cape Town (Expertise: fatal child abuse; Birth to Twenty Plus study)
