Guidelines for Interviewing Children
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What is emphasized as crucial regarding the timing of interviewing children after an alleged event?

  • Wait until the child has fully processed the event.
  • Only interview children during formal settings for accuracy.
  • Interview the children as soon as possible. (correct)
  • Interview as late as possible to avoid recalling traumatic events.
  • Which strategy should an interviewer use to help a child feel comfortable during an interview?

  • Limit the interaction to closed-ended questions.
  • Conduct a practice interview about a neutral event. (correct)
  • Start discussing the alleged abuse immediately.
  • Do not allow the child to ask questions.
  • What is an important guideline regarding the nature of questions asked during the interview?

  • Ask only yes or no questions to simplify responses.
  • Only ask leading questions to guide the child.
  • Use open-ended questions whenever possible. (correct)
  • Focus solely on closed-ended questions for quick answers.
  • How should an interviewer respond to a child's statements during the interview?

    <p>Remain neutral and open to multiple explanations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should older children be given the opportunity to do during the interview process?

    <p>Review and clarify the information gathered.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Guidelines for Interviewing Children

    • Immediate Interviewing: Minimize delays between alleged event and interview.
    • Rapport Building: Establish rapport before discussing abuse; use practice interviews on neutral topics.
    • Open-Ended Questions: Use open-ended questions whenever possible.
    • Neutral Interviewer: Maintain a neutral stance, avoiding conveying correctness or incorrectness.
    • Multiple Explanations: Consider multiple interpretations of a child's statements.
    • Child Clarification: Offer children the chance to review and clarify statements if old enough.
    • Child Comfort: Reassure the child it is acceptable to not understand a question or not know an answer, or even disagree with the interviewer.

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    This quiz covers essential guidelines for effectively interviewing children, particularly in sensitive situations. It emphasizes the importance of building rapport, using open-ended questions, and maintaining a neutral stance to encourage children to express themselves comfortably. Learn how to navigate the complexities of child interviews while ensuring their comfort and clarity.

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