Child Abuse and Neglect Program
Overview
The support of research in child abuse and neglect is worthy of special attention in NIMH because of the profound impact that abuse and neglect have on children’s immediate and long-term mental health. This program supports research that addresses child abuse and neglect, and familial aspects of traumatic stress as risk factors for psychopathology in children and adolescents.
Areas of Emphasis
- Identification of risk and protective factors and elucidation of the mechanisms by which these factors influence the development of psychopathology.
- Development of novel treatment and prevention strategies.
Contact
Cheryl A. Boyce, Ph.D
Program Chief
6001 Executive Boulevard, Room 6185, MSC 9617
301-443-5944, cboyce@mail.nih.gov
