Question
When are you legally required to report a disclosure of child abuse or neglect?
a) You are always legally required to report any disclosure of child abuse or neglect
b) Only when the child is legally in your care
c) Only when the alleged perpetrator is in a position of power
d) Only when you have confirmed that the disclosure is true
a) You are always legally required to report any disclosure of child abuse or neglect
b) Only when the child is legally in your care
c) Only when the alleged perpetrator is in a position of power
d) Only when you have confirmed that the disclosure is true
Answers
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a) You are always legally required to report any disclosure of child abuse or neglect.
In most jurisdictions, individuals who work with children (such as teachers, healthcare providers, social workers, and others) are mandated reporters, meaning they are legally obligated to report any suspected or disclosed cases of child abuse or neglect to the appropriate authorities, regardless of whether they have confirmed the truth of the disclosure. It's important to check the specific laws in your area, as requirements can vary by location.
In most jurisdictions, individuals who work with children (such as teachers, healthcare providers, social workers, and others) are mandated reporters, meaning they are legally obligated to report any suspected or disclosed cases of child abuse or neglect to the appropriate authorities, regardless of whether they have confirmed the truth of the disclosure. It's important to check the specific laws in your area, as requirements can vary by location.