This unique and groundbreaking guide supplies the adult reader with vital information and skills needed to protect children in their day-to-day lives. Drawing on many years of professional experience in the field, a wide range of sources and proven techniques, Gerrilyn Smith offers practical and accessible advice on how to recognise, reduce the risks of and overcome the effects of abuse. This new edition of The Protectors' Handbook has been substantially revised by the author and includes significant new material.