Its response has changed dramatically, however, since the advent of family preservation.

But family preservation, as the practice has come to be known, can expose children to the danger of further abuse.

But it is too soon to jump to the conclusion that family preservation will not work when done properly.

In recent years, the debate over foster care has been framed as a conflict between child protection and family preservation.

That sentiment clearly does not favor family preservation at the expense of doing what is best for the child.

Since the late 1980's, family preservation has had a profound effect on child welfare practice.

Both systems were based on two different ideas of what constituted family preservation.

Despite this fact, family preservation remains a central idea.

The most prominent debate over family preservation is child safety.

The Clinton Administration is seeking $1.4 billion for family preservation over the next five years.