True or False- Sexual abuse is under the umbrella category of physical abuse.
True
100
True or False- Verbal abuse will most likely take place in the home
False- verbal abuse can take place anywhere
100
In a school, who is required by law to report suspicions of child abuse?
Any staff member
100
True or False- Any type of abuse can influence a child's brain development.
True
100
In Miss Johnson's class, there is a boy that she has noticed taking food from the cafeteria at lunch time. He also wears the same tattered clothes everyday and his shoes are too small. She believes a form of child abuse is occurring at home. What type of child abuse do you think she suspects?
Neglect
200
Neglect is
(A) A caregiver failing to provide academic support for their child
(B) A caregiver failing to provide basic necessities for their child
(C) A caregiver failing to support their child emotionally and psychologically
(D) Both B and C are correct
(D) Both B and C are correct
200
True or False- Emotional abuse destroys someone's self-esteem but not their self-worth
False
200
True or False- You need to be 100% certain that a child is being abused for you to be able to report it.
False
200
_________ could cause certain areas of the brain to not fully develop.
Maltreatment
200
Sue, who works in the school cafeteria, has noticed some strange bruises on his arm when he holds out his lunch tray. She doesn't believe this is a bruise you could get from playing on the playground. What type of abuse do you think Sue suspects?
Physical Abuse
300
What is an example of a "normal" mark on a child's body?
A scratch on the elbow, a scrape on the knee, etc.
300
Give one example of verbal abuse
Harassment, name-calling, taunting, etc.
300
What is one way you can prove you have suspicions of abuse?
Keep a log
300
What is one effect abuse could have on a child's academics?
Verbal and problem solving skills could be hindered, general cognitive functions may be harmed, lower grades and test scores than non-abused children
300
Beth's parents have been fighting a lot and are thinking about getting a divorce. They are constantly telling her that she is the reason they are fighting. This lowers her self-esteem. What type of abuse do you think is occurring at home?
Emotional Abuse
400
Why might a child be fearful of adults?
Perhaps the child is abused at home and associates abuse with any adult
400
What is victimization?
Getting blamed for other people's own unhappiness or problems
400
Who can you tell about your suspicions of child abuse?
An administrator or any child support service
400
What type of abuse is the most likely to push children to get involved in criminal acts?
Physical Abuse
400
Rachel stays with her grandma every day after school. Grandma helps Rachel with her homework, but taunts her and makes fun of her when she doesn't know the answer. What type of abuse is this?
Verbal Abuse
500
What is one thing an educator can look for as a sign of physical abuse?
Possible answers: "abuse" marks, behavioral issues, fearful of adults, don't want to leave school, low achievement, struggle with relationships, inappropriate clothing)
500
What is one question you could ask a child to figure out if they are being emotionally abused?
Are you made fun or or put down in front of others? Are you told your opinions or feelings are wrong? Are you treated as if you're inferior to someone else?
500
Name three pieces of information you need to know about the child when reporting suspected abuse.
Name, gender, age, address, parent info, injuries, what you have done, where acts occurred, reporter info
500
What is resilience?
Being optimistic that you'll get through it and perhaps resilient children aren't as negatively affected by abuse
500
Joe has behavioral issues and acts out a lot in class. But, when it's time to go home, he throws a fit and tells you he never wants to leave school. What type of abuse might be going on in his home?