"Unto the Third Generation" Revisited: the Impact of a National Plan to End Child Abuse in the United States within Three Generations

It has been nearly 20 years since the publication of Unto the Third Generation—approximately half-way through the first of three 40-year plans proposed by that article. This paper reviews the recommendations of Unto the Third Generation, details the significant reforms the article inspired, and also discusses where the article fell short and needs revision. Most importantly, it discusses whether or not Unto the Third Generation has contributed to a reduction of child abuse in the United States or has at least set a foundation which can achieve the ultimate goal. Read here.

Authors: Victor Vieth, Theodore P. Cross, Robert Peters, Rachel Johnson, Tyler Counsil, Rita Farrell, Betsy Goulet, and Karla Steckler Tye

Publisher: Journal of Child Sexual Abuse

Date: June 12, 2024