Mandated Reporter Training - Unit 3

Recognizing Child Abuse and Neglect

Purpose:

To explain the possible range of behaviors that may be indicators of abuse and neglect.

 

Child Abuse and Neglect Continuum

 

Key Points

• Child Abuse and Neglect has various levels.
• Levels vary from:
  • Poor Parenting Practices - a practice that may not be the best for the child, but does not put the child in danger (e.g., allowed to drink lots of soda, etc.).
  • Problematic Parenting - a practice that may lead to a dangerous situation for the child (e.g., leaving the child without proper supervision, etc.).
  • Suspected Child Abuse or Neglect - a practice that may cause harm or place the the child in a dangerous situation (e.g., leaving the child with no supervision, etc.).

Continuum Activity

• Continuum activity

 

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