Scenario Analyses
The following scenarios present various cases related to child abuse and neglect. Evaluate each one, and write a response to the corresponding questions.
Write a 350- to 500-word total response to the questions for each scenario.
Read the following Practicums from Family Violence:
"Practicum" on p. 102 in Ch. 4
"Emotional Neglect or Bad Parenting?" on p. 107 in Ch. 4
Answer the following:
• Determine if the scenarios constitute child neglect or bad parenting.
• What are the types of child neglect?
• What are some indicators of child neglect in these and other cases?
• As a human services professional, what are some misconceptions to consider when evaluating such cases?
Read the following Practicums from Family Violence:
"Practicum on p. 54 in Ch. 2
"Practicum on p. 48 in Ch. 2
Answer the following:
• Based on the scenarios, do you think the mothers are responsible for their children's physical abuse? Justify your answer.
• What are some indicators of physical child abuse in these and other cases?
• What are the long-term effects of physical abuse on a child and his or her family?
Read the following scenario:
You have been asked to work with a 12-year-old girl who was tearful and reported that she was touched by her cousin during a sleepover last weekend. After some investigation and a physical examination, you find out that she was approached by her 16-year-old cousin and fondled. You report the case to law enforcement, and the older cousin is charged with sexual abuse.
Answer the following questions:
• What could be some consequences of sexual abuse on the individual because of this event?
• What role should the family play in the healing process of a sexually abused victim?
• What could be sexual abuse indicators in cases where abuse is not evident?
Format your summaries consistent with APA guidelines.