“…As a result of the methodological challenges involved, it is hardly surprising that among the studies on violence experiences of children in substitute care (e.g. Barter et al, 2004;Grijalva et al, 2008;Honkatukia et al, 2006;Hukkanen, 2002;Knorth et al, 2008;Øverlien, 2004;Tarren-Sweeney, 2007), there are very few studies that try to estimate the frequency or nature of institutional abuse, not to mention comparisons of violence experiences in care and at home. The situation is similar in Finland, where this study took place.…”