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.
You report the case to law enforcement and the older cousin is charged with sexual abuse.
Answer the following questions:
What could be some consequences of sexual abuse on the individual because of this event?
What role should the family play in the healing process of a sexually abused victim?
What could be sexual abuse indicators in cases where abuse is not evident?
Format your summaries consistent with APA guidelines.