Questions and Answers
Which of the following is a parental risk factor for neglect?
A mandated reporter who fails to make a report of suspected abuse may be punished by up to 6 months in jail and/or a $1000 fine.
True
To guarantee confidentiality, mandated reporters are not required to give their names when reporting suspected abuse or neglect.
False
Which of the following statements about emotional abuse is NOT true?
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Which of the following is the strongest risk factor for predicting child abuse or neglect?
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After a child abuse case is filed, the children are always removed from their home during the investigation.
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A 13 year old girl tells you that she is having sex with her 17 year old boyfriend. As a mandated reporter, you should:
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Which of the following types of reports must be reported by the child welfare agency to the CACI (Child Abuse Central Index)?
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A mandated reporter should only report child abuse after they have investigated the concern and determined that abuse or neglect has occurred.
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A mandated reporter that suspects abuse need not report if a supervisor feels that the report is not necessary.
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Barriers to reporting may include:
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During the initial crisis period following disclosure/reporting of child abuse, the mental health professional should:
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Parents and family members might initially deny that a child has been abused because:
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When abuse is disclosed, the mental health professional's initial focus should be on:
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Reactions to clients that are based, in part, on who the therapist is and what he/she brings to the therapy process is a definition of:
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Following a disclosure of abuse, parents/caregivers may experience feelings of guilt, anxiety, and divided loyalty.
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If you are unsure about whether or not to make a child abuse report, you should:
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Study Notes
Parental Risk Factors for Neglect
- Unemployment, substance abuse, and mental illness are all significant parental risk factors for neglect.
Consequences for Failing to Report
- A mandated reporter who neglects to report suspected abuse can face up to 6 months in jail and/or a $1000 fine.
Confidentiality in Reporting
- Mandated reporters must provide their names when reporting suspected abuse or neglect to ensure proper handling of the case.
Emotional Abuse
- Emotional abuse is often the hardest type of abuse to identify, may lead to developmental delays, and must be reported despite common misconceptions.
Risk Factors for Child Abuse
- There is no single strongest risk factor for predicting child abuse or neglect among the listed options, including SES status, foreign culture, or religion.
Child Removal During Investigations
- Children are not always removed from their homes during a child abuse investigation; this decision is made case by case.
Reporting Requirements for Teenagers
- A mandated reporter must report to a child welfare agency if a 13-year-old is engaging in sexual activity with a 17-year-old, as the 13-year-old is below the age of consent.
Reporting to Child Abuse Central Index
- Only substantiated reports of child abuse are required to be reported to the Child Abuse Central Index (CACI).
Reporting Process
- A mandated reporter should not wait to investigate or confirm abuse before reporting; suspicion alone is sufficient for reporting.
Supervisor Involvement
- A mandated reporter is required to report suspected abuse regardless of whether a supervisor thinks the report is unnecessary.
Barriers to Reporting Abuse
- Common barriers to reporting include denial, rationalization, and fear, all of which can hinder the reporting process.
Initial Crisis Intervention
- After a disclosure of abuse, mental health professionals should provide support, assist the non-offending parent, and maintain neutrality during initial interactions.
Denial in Families
- Families may deny child abuse due to love for the perpetrator, protection from feelings of guilt, or in response to their history of abuse.
Focus During Abuse Disclosure
- Following a disclosure of abuse, the focus should be on gathering information necessary to file an appropriate child abuse report.
Countertransference in Therapy
- Countertransference refers to the therapist’s reactions influenced by their personal experiences; it can affect the therapy process.
Parental Feelings Post-Disclosure
- After an abuse disclosure, parents and caregivers may experience guilt, anxiety, and divided loyalties regarding the situation.
Uncertainty in Reporting
- If uncertain about making a report, mandated reporters should consult with peers or local child welfare agencies to guide their decision.
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