Child Abuse and Safeguarding Flashcards
In the UK over 8000 children are physically abused each year- true/false?
true
5-6 deaths from child abuse each week in the UK- true/false?
false- 1-2 deaths
What are the four categories of child abuse?
Neglect
Physical
Emotion
Sexual
What is neglect?
persistent lack of appropriate care of children
What is emotional abuse?
parent/carer behaves in a way that seriously affects child’s emotional development
3 Examples of emotional abuse…
constant rejection
denial of affection
bullying
What is physical abuse?
definite knowledge or reasonable suspicion that injury was inflicted or knowingly not prevented
3 examples of physical abuse…
hitting
kicking
shaking
What things children need ?
nourishment love education safety stimulation warmth medical attention
What is sexual abuse?
involvement of dependent/developmentally immature children and adolescents in sexual activities they do not comprehend and are unable to give informed consent or that violate social taboos of family rules
What is the legal age of consent?
16 years
3 features/indicators of neglect…
school absence- no reason
severe nappy rash
poorly clothed- inappropriate protection from weather
3 features/indicators of physical abuse…
unexplained injuries
bruises
human bites
3 features/indicators of sexual abuse…
sexually active young people
refusal to attend school
unexpected fear or distrust of an adult
Emotional abuse is always easy to identify- true/false?
false
Domestic violence is widespread- true/false?
true
Children are more likely to show aggression if they witness domestic abuse- true/false?
true
Risk factors for abuse in parents…
alcohol drug abuse
mental health problems
parents abused as child
risk factors for abuse in children…
siblings abused
preterm/low birth weight
excessive crying
Environmental factors of abuse…
social exclusion
private fostering
internet
What should you do if you have concerns?
Share them, record them, and discuss with senior
duty of confidence should be obstructive to safeguard children- true/false?
false- always report!
