What is criteria for child abuse? Select all that applies

Question

The alleged perpetrator is a parent, guardian, foster parent, relative caregiver, paramour, any individual residing in the same home, any person responsible for the child's welfare at the time of the alleged abuse or neglect, or any person who came to know the child through an official capacity or position of trust

The alleged victim is a child under the age of 16

There must be an incident of harm or a set of circumstances that would lead a reasonable person to suspect that a child was abused or neglected

Answer 1

The criteria for child abuse generally include the following statements, all of which apply:

1. The alleged perpetrator is a parent, guardian, foster parent, relative caregiver, paramour, any individual residing in the same home, any person responsible for the child's welfare at the time of the alleged abuse or neglect, or any person who came to know the child through an official capacity or position of trust.

2. The alleged victim is a child under the age of 16.

3. There must be an incident of harm or a set of circumstances that would lead a reasonable person to suspect that a child was abused or neglected.

All of these criteria provide a comprehensive framework for identifying potential cases of child abuse.