Senior Project Proposal

Proposed Topic in the form of an  Essential Question:

Is child abuse linked to criminal behavior in adulthood?

Rationale for Choice

What about this topic appeals to you? Why did you choose it?

-The topic of child abuse is very shocking and I would like to research more about it. I would like to find out if there really is a link between child abuse and criminal behavior.

What do you already know about this subject?

-That sadly, many children have to go through abuse.

What are you hoping to learn about the subject?

-If there is a link between the two and if there has been steps taken towards putting an end to child abuse.

What are you most interested in regarding the topic?

-Seeing how child abuse can affect the mind and how an abused child if affected in the future because of what they had to deal with.                                                                                                                                         

What potential risks or challenges do you foresee for your project?

-Not finding enough research or not being able to find community service that relates to my project.