Mark S. Dias

This book represents a comprehensive review of the topic of abusive head injuries in children due to shaking and/or impact. This controversial topic is debated daily in both the medical and legal arenas with significant consequences for the infants, families, and alleged perpetrators. Minns and Brown have done a masterful job of putting together what is known about the subject to date in a comprehensive and highly readable volume. It will serve as a valuable resource to students of child abuse for years to come.