It is crucial for human services professionals to not only acknowledge the historical roots of child welfare and child protection in the United States but also understand the current legislation and criteria used to assess child neglect and abuse cases in families and communities. In this assignment, you will reflect on the child welfare system, child protection laws, and the signs and symptoms of child abuse and neglect.

First, you can begin by reading Chapters 1 and 2 in your Child Welfare and Child Protection text. Next, review the article “The Family First Prevention Services Act: A New Era of Child Welfare ReformLinks to an external site..” Last, examine the following webpage on Preventing Child Abuse & NeglectLinks to an external site..