Child Abuse and Neglect

History

100

This supervised welfare program aimed to transport orphans and homeless children from cities to midwestern rural areas

Orphan Trains

200

Laws that require certain professionals, such as doctors and teachers, to report suspected child abuse to the state child protective services agency or other proper authorities

Mandatory Reporting

300

One of the first pieces of legislation regarding child abuse and neglect, enacted in 1974

 Child Abuse Prevention & Treatment Act (CAPT).

400

Organized child protection emerged from the rescue in 1874 of nine year-old Mary Ellen Wilson, due to what protective agencies advice (hint: arms of the angel)

ASPCA, American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

Current Issues

100

Northern State that recently (March 2nd, 2018) got rid of their Child Abuse Prevention Program

Maine

200

Although abuse can be reported through hotlines or case managers, it can often be overlooked due to what?

Not taking reports seriously enough/too heavy case load




3 year old fatality in NY that was reported to understaffed hotline

300

Type of child abuse that was recently in the media due to an Olympic coach

Sexual abuse

400

Name two conditions that can make child abuse/neglect more likely to occur.

Disabilities, drug use, alcohol abuse, mental health problems, past history of abuse etc.

Advocacy

100

How can lawyers dedicate their time and services to help this population?

Pro-Bono teams

200

Name two professions to educate on signs of abuse/neglect with this population

Teachers, health professionals, day care workers, mental health professionals, families etc.

300

A local organization's new program to safely detox pregnant mother's and care for addicted babies once they are born

Stepping Forward

400

A local organization that allows you to get involved with court child advocacy

CASA


Court Appointed Special Advocates

Best Practice

100

Commonly used therapy for children with trauma due to abuse

Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

https://www.omicsonline.org/open-access/trauma-and-treatment-of-child-sexual-abuse-2167-1222-S4-024.php?aid=61080

200

This type of intervention asks questions in a way that addresses the child's strengths

Motivational Interviewing


Forensic interviewing is said to be the primary intervention, whereas motivational interviewing is a type of FI and is commonly practiced in social work

300

For a treatment to be effective, one must address these two factors of abuse

Causes and Consequences

One must address the causes of the abuse and the child's consequences for their reactions to the abuse (i.e. acting out, fighting, etc.)

400

This type of intervention provides social support among peers and/or family members

Group Therapy



Group therapy is an evidence based practice that provides support and a common thread between its participants to help cope and heal.