Read the following Practicums from Family Violence: Practicum on p. 101 in Ch. 4“ Emotional Neglect or Bad Parenting?” on p. 105 in Ch. 4 Answer the following: Determine if the scenarios constitute child neglect or bad parenting. What are the types of child neglect? What are some indicators of child neglect in these and other cases?
As a human services professional, what are some misconceptions to consider when evaluating such cases?
Read the following Practicums from Family Violence: Practicum on p. 54 in Ch. 2 Practicum on p. 48 in Ch. 2 Answer the following:
Based on the scenarios, do you think the mothers are responsible for their children’ s physical abuse? Justify your answer.
What are some indicators of physical child abuse in these and other cases?
What are the long-term effects of physical abuse on a child and his or her family?
Read the following scenario:
You have been asked to work with a 12-year old girl who was tearful and reported that she was " touched " by her cousin during a sleepover last weekend. After some investigation and a physical examination, you find out that she was approached by her 16-year old cousin and fondled.