Safeguarding Flashcards
1
Q
List the categories of abuse
A
Physical
Emotional
Sexual
Neglect
Fabricated/induced illness
2
Q
Behavior of children that have been emotionally abused
A
Baby - apathetic, non-demanding, delayed development (“spoiled”, “attention-seeking”)
Toddlers - violent, apathetic, fearful
School - wetting, soiling, relationship difficulties, non-attendance, antisocial behavior
Adolescents - self-harm, depression, aggressive
3
Q
Key professionals involved in the management of non-accidental injury/physical abuse
A
police doctors specialist paediatric doctor in hospital social workers nurses teachers
4
Q
Effect of psychological deprivation on child
A
shortened height
underweight
delay in puberty
Can catch up if placed in a nurturing environment
