Services for Abused Children : Implications from a Comparative Case Study of Programs in the USA and Sweden

피학대아동을 위한 서비스의 국가간 비교를 통한 한국적 함의 - 미국과 스웨덴을 중심으로 -

Even though social intervention in child abuse has begun in Korean society, there are many problems in terms of basic principles of child welfare services. Focusing on the principle of family preservation in child welfare services, this comparative study reviewed services for abused children and their families in the USA and Sweden. Results indicated directions for effective services for abused children are comprehensive and should be provided by community resources. Comprehensive services and follow-up of reported cases should be managed by public agencies and community networks. Education curricula for professionals and inter-disciplinary collaboration should be organized. A most important task in the future is to set up firm laws and policies for effective services in Korean society.