Legal Issues in Child Abuse and Neglect Practice
Second Edition
- John E. B. Myers - University of the Pacific, USA
Volume:
1
Other Titles in:
Children, Adolescents and Interpersonal Violence (General)
Children, Adolescents and Interpersonal Violence (General)
August 1998 | 424 pages | SAGE Publications, Inc
This expanded and updated Second Edition of Legal Issues in Child Abuse and Neglect Practice offers a state-of-the-art exploration of what role the law can play in bettering the lives of victimized children. While all who work with abused children share the same goals, there often exists a gap in communication between legal and helping professionals that reduces efficacy of cooperative efforts. This new edition continues to provide vital information to non-lawyers on how the legal system in the United States works in child abuse cases.
Prevalence and Effects of Child Maltreatment
The Child Protection System
Child Abuse Reporting Laws
Investigative Interviewing Regarding Child Maltreatment
Investigating Suspected Child Abuse
Balancing the Need for Confidentiality and the Requirements of Disclosure
Expert Testimony
Cross-Examination and Impeachment
Liability of Professionals