5 Protective Factors| International Freedom Coalition

		The 5 Protective Factors

	According to the Child Welfare Information Gateway, "Protective factors are conditions in families and communities that, when present, increase the health and well-being of children and families. These attributes serve as buffers, helping parents to find resources, supports, or coping strategies that allow them to parent effectively, even under stress. Research has shown that the following protective factors are linked to a lower incidence of child abuse and neglect."

The 5 Protective Factors that End Child Maltreatment

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