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Citation |
Kellogg ND. Pediatr. Clin. North Am. 2014; 61(5): 1037-1047. |
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Affiliation |
Center for Miracles, 315 North San Saba, Suite 201, San Antonio, TX 78207, USA. Electronic address: KELLOGGN@uthscsa.edu. |
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Copyright |
(Copyright © 2014, Elsevier Publishing) |
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25242714 |
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Abstract |
The process whereby a clinician decides that child abuse is a diagnostic possibility is often marked with doubt and fear. Abusive parents can present convincing lies, and children with suspicious injuries can have unusual accidents. Personal thresholds for reporting suspected abuse vary considerably. Clinicians may mistrust or misunderstand the roles and responsibilities of the investigators and legal professionals involved. This article aims to improve understanding of the community responses to a report of child abuse, and enable the clinician to work effectively with child protective services, law enforcement agencies, and legal professionals to ensure child safety and family integrity when appropriate. Language: en |