Session 1 - Safeguarding Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 4 forms of child abuse?
A
Neglect
Emotional abuse
Physical abuse
Sexual abuse
2
Q
what is the toxic trio?
and common risk factors for child abuse
A
substance abuse
domestic violence
mental health issues
these three mean child abuse is V.likely - refer asap
other common risks are -
unexplained/suspicious injuries especially under 2 years
self harm
behavioural/anger issues
3
Q
outline neglect
A
a failure to provide for the child in any number of ways
feeding emotional support clothing warmth/shelter lack of supervision
4
Q
what is the 1st step if abuse is suspected
A
refer case to child services
5
Q
what is disguised compliance ?
A
abusers/neglectors may attempt to give the impression that they are complying with advice and help to remove suspicions
