Child Abuse

Question 1

Child

Answer 1

A child is anyone who has NOT yet reached their 18th birthday

Question 2

Child abuse

Answer 2

Term includes physical, sexual, emotional abuse or neglect of a child
Any form of maltreatment

Question 3

Significant harm

Answer 3

Impairment of physical health
Impairment of mental health
Ill treatment
Impairment of development

Question 4

Early Help

Answer 4

Identify children and families who would benefit from early help
Undertake assessment
Provide targeted help services

Question 5

Child Cruelty

Answer 5

Anyone who is 16 years or over and has responsibility for a child under that age
Willfully assault
Abandons
I’ll-treats
Neglects
Exposes or procures a child (as above)

Question 6

Section 46 Children’s Act 1989 - Police Protection

Answer 6

Where a Constable has RB that a child would otherwise likely to suffer significant harm, they may
a) remove the child to suitable accommodation
b) prevent the removal of child from hospital or other accommodation

Question 7

How long can child be protected under a section 46

Answer 7

Maximum 72 hours

Question 8

ACE

Answer 8

Adverse childhood experiences - traumatic events occurring before the age of 18

Question 9

Direct ACE’s

Answer 9

Sexual, physical, verbal and emotional abuse

Question 10

Indirect ACE’s

Answer 10

Domestic, substance misuse, mental illness, parental separation

Question 11

CSE

Answer 11

Child Sexual Exploitation - the forcing or enticing a child or young person to take part in sexual activities

Question 12

Age of criminal responsibility

Answer 12

10

Question 13

Age of consent for sexual activities

Answer 13

16