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Every person who works or volunteers in a school setting is required by law to report suspected child abuse or neglect.
Every person who works or volunteers in a school setting is required by law to report suspected child abuse or neglect.
True (A)
Children who disclose abuse and then take it back are usually lying.
Children who disclose abuse and then take it back are usually lying.
False (B)
A mandated reporter should be sure physical injuries are a result of abuse before calling DFCS.
A mandated reporter should be sure physical injuries are a result of abuse before calling DFCS.
False (B)
Bruises that are inconsistent with the age and development of the child may be an indication of abuse.
Bruises that are inconsistent with the age and development of the child may be an indication of abuse.
The three types of neglect are physical, emotional, and educational.
The three types of neglect are physical, emotional, and educational.
Emotional abuse typically occurs on its own and is not connected with other types of abuse.
Emotional abuse typically occurs on its own and is not connected with other types of abuse.
Only sexual abuse can cause permanent harm to a child.
Only sexual abuse can cause permanent harm to a child.
When you suspect a child has been abused, you should contact the child's parents or caregiver to investigate before reporting to DFCS.
When you suspect a child has been abused, you should contact the child's parents or caregiver to investigate before reporting to DFCS.
Under Georgia law, schools are allowed to use a designated reporter who is responsible for reporting suspected abuse or neglect to DFCS.
Under Georgia law, schools are allowed to use a designated reporter who is responsible for reporting suspected abuse or neglect to DFCS.
By law, a report of abuse or neglect must be made within 24 hours when you suspect maltreatment has or will occur.
By law, a report of abuse or neglect must be made within 24 hours when you suspect maltreatment has or will occur.
What happens very often when children disclose abuse and then take it back?
What happens very often when children disclose abuse and then take it back?
What are your rights as a mandated reporter when you make a report of suspected abuse or neglect?
What are your rights as a mandated reporter when you make a report of suspected abuse or neglect?
Who are considered mandated reporters in Georgia?
Who are considered mandated reporters in Georgia?
What may indicate that a child is a victim of neglect?
What may indicate that a child is a victim of neglect?
What is the only kind of maltreatment that can cause permanent physical or mental injuries?
What is the only kind of maltreatment that can cause permanent physical or mental injuries?
How can a child be considered a victim of physical abuse?
How can a child be considered a victim of physical abuse?
When should you report on child abuse and/or neglect?
When should you report on child abuse and/or neglect?
What should you do if you notify the designated reporter of suspected abuse or neglect?
What should you do if you notify the designated reporter of suspected abuse or neglect?
What does it mean when children are victims of commercial sexual exploitation?
What does it mean when children are victims of commercial sexual exploitation?
What can sexual abuse cause?
What can sexual abuse cause?
Children who are emotionally abused are often neglected or physically or sexually abused as well.
Children who are emotionally abused are often neglected or physically or sexually abused as well.
What does imminent danger mean?
What does imminent danger mean?
What does it signify when a child discloses abuse to an adult?
What does it signify when a child discloses abuse to an adult?
As a teacher candidate, you are legally required to report any instance of child abuse that you have observed or has been disclosed to you.
As a teacher candidate, you are legally required to report any instance of child abuse that you have observed or has been disclosed to you.
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Study Notes
Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect
- All individuals working or volunteering in schools must report suspected child abuse or neglect by law.
- Reports of abuse or neglect must be made within 24 hours of suspicion.
- Under Georgia law, schools can appoint a designated reporter responsible for notifying DFCS about suspected cases.
Understanding Disclosure
- Children may retract disclosures of abuse due to fear; this does not imply lying or that the abuse did not occur.
- It is not necessary to confirm physical injuries are a result of abuse before contacting authorities.
- Making contact with parents or caregivers prior to reporting suspected abuse is discouraged.
Recognizing Signs of Abuse
- Bruises that do not match a child’s age or development can indicate potential abuse.
- A child may show signs of neglect if consistently dirty or inadequately dressed for the weather.
- Indicators of physical abuse include burns or bruises in patterns or shapes resembling objects.
Types and Consequences of Abuse
- Emotional abuse is often intertwined with physical or sexual abuse, rather than occurring in isolation.
- Permanent harm can arise from any form of abuse or neglect, not just sexual abuse.
- Commercial sexual exploitation involves using children in exchange for sexual activities.
Rights and Responsibilities of Mandated Reporters
- Mandated reporters have the right to confidentiality regarding their identities when reporting suspected abuse.
- If a designated reporter is informed of suspected abuse, it is the reporter's responsibility to ensure a report is made to DFCS.
Understanding Child Safety
- "Imminent danger" refers to conditions that could lead to serious injury or death for a child.
- Children who experience emotional abuse may also suffer from neglect or other forms of abuse, highlighting the compounded effects of maltreatment.
Importance of Advocacy
- Reporting suspected abuse provides children the necessary support and a voice against their experiences.
- Listening to children who disclose abuse is crucial; they often exhibit bravery by coming forward, necessitating support from trusted adults.
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