The aim of this thesis was to point out the problem and prevalence of child abuse and neglect within the family. The theory segment addresses the key terms such as family, child abuse and neglect, and speaks of risks of violence, profiles of abusers and consequences of abuse on the child. Regardless of the extensive child protection legislation and non-profit organisations engaged in abuse prevention and help to the abused children, the child abuse within the family still poses a large global problem. Having researched the relevant documentation, it is safe to conclude that this issue has been well-referenced and covered, but the practical application of the child abuse and neglect prevention programmes, especially the primary and secondary type of abuse and neglect prevention in the family, is lacking. In addition, a question arises about the level of expertise and education of the concerned personnel of the educational institutions regarding the issue of child abuse in the family and cooperation with the parents. Although the focus of this thesis is on family and child, when it comes to prevention, recognition and reporting of the problem, the role of the society as a whole, and especially the role of teaching staff in educational institutions, is crucial.