Mandated Reporter: Child Abuse and Neglect
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The infliction of mental suffering is usually easier to detect than other forms of abuse.
True
False
✓ -:- False - the infliction of mental suffering can be difficult to detect.
This emotional abuse usually involves words and interferes with a child's
psychological and social growth and development.
Under California Law, mandated reporters are required to report general neglect.
True
False
✓ -:- True- By law, neglect, physical abuse, willful cruelty or unjustified
punishment, unlawful corporal punishment or injury, and sexual abuse
must be reported.
A child who appears fearful of normal physical contact may be suffering:
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a.)
emotional abuse
b.) general neglect
c.) physical abuse
d.) all of these
✓ -:- c.) physical abuse- appearing fearful of normal physical contact is an
indicator of physical abuse.
Reporting suspected abuse to an anonymous tip line fulfills a mandated reporter's obligation
to report.
true
false
✓ -:- False- reports of known or suspected child abuse must be made to a
police or sheriff's department, not including a school district po lice or
security department or child protective services.
Individuals boundary violating grooming behaviors are insignificant and do not need to be
reported.
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