Citation

Shanel-Hogan KA, Jarrett JA. J. Calif. Dent. Assoc. 1999; 27(11): 869-879.

Affiliation

California Dental Association, Sacramento 95814, USA.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1999, California Dental Association)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

10726557

Abstract

Dentists, registered dental hygienists, and registered dental assistants are designated by law as mandated reporters who are required to report suspected cases of abuse and neglect while in their professional capacities. By taking a proactive role in the detection and reporting of child abuse and neglect, dental mandated reporters may save the lives of young victims and assist agencies in helping families in the community. It is vitally important that mandated reporters become aware of their legal obligations regarding the reporting of abuse and neglect. This article is designed to serve as a dental team in-service training program for the detection and reporting of child abuse and neglect. Many of the concepts discussed can be applied to the other forms of family violence.

Language: en