Declines in levels of child abuse have been found to be related to

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Research has consistently shown that the perceived probability of getting caught is the most effective deterrent to child abuse. When individuals perceive a high risk of getting caught and facing severe legal and social consequences, they are less likely to engage in abusive behavior towards children. Therefore, a decline in levels of child abuse can be attributed to an increased perception of getting caught. Age at marriage, number of children per family, and rates of unemployment with inflation are not significant predictors of child abuse.

Declines in Levels of Child Abuse Have Been Found to Be