Asked by Veronika Kudina on Jun 10, 2024
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When a social worker has reasons to believe a child has been abused, the social worker should:
A) disclose the information to the child's teachers and friends.
B) report the suspicions to child protective services.
C) give the child's family a chance to improve their parenting practices.
D) explore the circumstances in the child's home to determine if they are generally positive.
Child Protective Services
Government agencies designed to respond to reports of child abuse and neglect, aiming to ensure the safety and well-being of children.
Parenting Practices
The actions and strategies parents use in raising their children, which affect child development and behaviour.
Abuse
The act of mistreating or harming someone physically, emotionally, sexually, or psychologically in a way that causes trauma or injury.
- Attain an understanding of the legal and ethical commitments pertaining to keeping information confidential, along with the exceptions and required actions in unique situations like child abuse or threats to others.
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Learning Objectives
- Attain an understanding of the legal and ethical commitments pertaining to keeping information confidential, along with the exceptions and required actions in unique situations like child abuse or threats to others.
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