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?
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?
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?