Resources
Want to learn more? We have provided printable handouts, a complete bibliography, web links, hotline resources, and the full-length video entitled Protecting Children: A Mandated Reporter's Guide to Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect.
Handouts
Click on the links below to access printable handouts. The handouts will open in a new window.
- How to Respond to a Child's Disclosure of Maltreatment
- Indicators of Emotional Maltreatment
- Indicators of Neglect
- Indicators of Physical Abuse
- Indicators of Sexual Abuse
- Maltreatment of Children with Disabilities
- Promoting Resiliency
- Things to Remember When Talking to Children and Parents
Bibliography
American Humane. (2002). Guidelines to help children who have been reported for suspected abuse and neglect [Fact sheet]. Retrieved October, 2003, from http://www.americanhumane.org/site/PageServer?pagename=nr_fact_sheets_childguidelines
Austin, J. S. (2001). When a child discloses sexual abuse. Childhood Education, 77(5), 318-320.
Bancroft, S. (1997). Becoming heroes: Teachers can help abused children. Educational Leadership, 55(2), 69-72.
Bridgeland, W., & Duane, E. (1990). Principals as secondary enforcers in child abuse. Education and Urban Society, 22(3), 314-324.
Brodkin, A., & Coleman, M. (1995). When you suspect abuse. Instructor, 105(2), 28-30.
Christian, C. W. (1999). Child abuse and neglect. In J. A. Silver, B. J. Amster, & T. Haecker (Eds.), Young children and foster care: A guide for professionals (pp. 195-212). Baltimore: Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co.
Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Social Services. (1999). Assistance for special educators, law enforcement, and Child Protective Services in recognizing and managing abuse and neglect of children with disabilities [Booklet]. Richmond, VA: Author.
Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Social Services. (2003). Recognizing child abuse and neglect: A guide for school employees [Booklet]. Richmond, VA: Author.
Crenshaw, W., Crenshaw, L., & Lichtenberg, J. (1995). When educators confront child abuse: An analysis of the decision to report. Child Abuse & Neglect, 19(9), 1095-1113.
Cruise, T. C. (n.d.). Multifaceted roles for school personnel in child maltreatment. Retrieved October, 2003, from Guidance Channel Online website: http://www.guidancechannel.com/default.aspx?M=a&index=1096&cat=50
Duncan, N. (November, 2001). When should teachers report abuse? A child investigator offers tips for educators. Retrieved October, 2003, from Child Welfare League of America Web site: http://www.cwla.org/articles/cv0111teachers.htm
EAF Productions (Producer). (2002). Protecting children: A mandated reporter’s guide to recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect [Video]. Richmond, VA: The Virginia Bar Association Young Lawyers Division, The Family and Children’s Trust of Virginia.
Giardino, A., & Giardino, E. (2002). Recognition of child abuse for the mandated reporter (3rd ed.). St. Louis: G. W. Medical Publishing, Inc.
Gootman, M. (1993). Reaching and teaching abused children. Childhood Education, 70(1), 15-19.
Gootman, M. (1996). Child abuse and its implications for early childhood educators. Preventing School Failure, 40(4), 149-153.
Haas, C., & Kemp, R. (1990). The school and Child Protective Services. Education and Urban Society, 22(3), 258-269.
Herman, M. (2002). A study of legal issues encountered by school counselors and perceptions of their preparedness to respond to legal challenges. Childhood Education, 6(1), 12-20.
Johnson, T. C. (1999). Understanding your child’s sexual behavior. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications, Inc.
Kalichman, S. (1993). Mandated reporting of suspected child abuse: Ethics, law and policy. Washington, DC: American Psychology Association.
Kearney, M. (1999). The role of teachers in helping children of domestic violence. Childhood Education, 77(5), 290-297.
Kemp, A. (1998). Abuse in the family: An introduction. Pacific Grove, CA: Brooks/Cole Publishing Co.
Kenny, M. (2001). Child abuse reporting: Teachers’ perceived deterrents. Child Abuse & Neglect, 25(1), 81-92.
Lowenthal, B. (2001). Abuse and neglect: The educator’s guide to the identification and prevention of child maltreatment. Baltimore: Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co.
McClare, G. (1990). The principal’s role in child abuse. Education and Urban Society, 22(3), 307-313.
McIntyre, T. (1990). The teacher’s role in cases of suspected child abuse. Education and Urban Society, 22(3), 300-306.
Romeo, F. (2000). The educator’s role in reporting the emotional abuse of children. Journal of Instructional Psychology, 27(3), 183-190.
Sechrist, T. (2000). Health educators and child maltreatment: A curious silence. Journal of School Health, 70(6), 241-246.
Tower, C. C. (1992). The role of educators in the protection and treatment of child abuse and neglect. Department of Health and Human Services Publication, No. ACF 92-30172. Washington, DC: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Administration on Children, Youth and Families, National Center on Child Abuse and Neglect.
Tower, C. C. (1999). Understanding child abuse and neglect. Needham Heights, MA: Allyn & Bacon.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration on Children, Youth and Families. (2003). Child maltreatment 2001. Washington DC: U.S. Government Printing Office.
Winton, P. J. (1996). Understanding family concerns, priorities, and resources. In P. J. McWilliams, P. J. Winton, & E. R. Crais (Eds.), Practical strategies for family centered intervention (pp. 31-53). San Diego: Singular Publishing Group.
Yell, M. (1996). Reporting child abuse and neglect: Legal requirements. Preventing School Failure, 40(4), 161-163.
Web Sites of Interest
Please note that web addresses are subject to change.
American Humane Association, 63 Iverness Drive East, Englewood, CO 80112; Contact Information; Web site: http://www.americanhumane.org/site/PageServer
American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children (APSAC), Post Office Box 26901, CHO-3B-3406, Oklahoma City, OK 73190; Web site: http://apsac.fmhi.usf.edu/
Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI), 17904 Georgia Avenue, Suite 215, Olney, MD 20832; email: headquarters@acei.org; Web site: http://www.acei.org
Child Welfare League of America, 440 First Street NW, Third Floor, Washington, DC 20001-2085; Web site: http://www.cwla.org
Childhelp USA, 15757 N. 78th Street, Scottsdale, AZ 85260; http://www.childhelpusa.org
The Children’s Defense Fund, 25 E Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001; email: cdfinfo@childrensdefense.org; Web site: http://www.childrensdefense.org
Early Childhood Intervention Clearinghouse, 830 S. Spring Street, Springfield, IL 62704; email: clearinghouse@eiclearninghouse.org: Web site: http://www.eiclearinghouse.org
Family Support America (formerly Family Resource Coalition), 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 1100, Chicago, IL 60606; Web site: http://familysupportamerica.org/content/home.htm
The Future of Children, 300 Second Street, Suite 200, Los Altos, CA 94022; Web site: http://www.futureofchildren.org
Head Start, Administration for Children and Families, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, P.O. Box 1182, Washington, DC 20013; Web site: http://www.acf.dhhs.gov/programs/hsb
Kempe Children’s Center, 1825 Marion Street, Denver, CO 80218; email: info@kempe.org; Web site: http://www.kempecenter.org
National Association for Children of Alcoholics, 11426 Rockville Pike, Suite 100, Rockville, MD 20852; Web site: http://www.nacoa.net/index.htm
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), 1509 16th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036-1426; Web site: http://www.naeyc.org
National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, Charles B. Wang International Children’s Building, 699 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA 22314-3175; Web site: http://www.missingkids.com
The National Center for Victims of Crime (formerly National Victim Center), 2111 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 300, Arlington, VA 22201; Web site: http://www.ncvc.org/ncvc/Main.aspx
National Clearinghouse on Child Abuse and Neglect Information, 330 C Street, SW, Washington, DC 20447; email: nccanch@caliber.com; Web site: http://www.calib.com/nccanch
National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, P.O. Box 18749, Denver, CO 80218; Web site: http://www.ncadv.org
National Court Appointed Special Advocate Association (CASA), 100 W. Harrison Street, North Tower, Suite 500, Seattle, WA 98119; email: inquiry@nationalcasa.org; Web site: http://www.nationalcasa.org
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), 6001 Executive Boulevard, Room 8184, MSC 9663, Bethesda, MD 20892-9663; email: nimhinfo@nih.gov; Web site: http://www.nimh.nih.gov
National Organization for Victim Assistance (NOVA), 1730 Park Road, NW, Washington, DC 20010; email: nova@try-nova.org; Web site: http://www.trynova.org
Parents Anonymous, 675 W Foothill Boulevard, Suite 220, Claremont, CA 91711; email: parentsanonymous@parentsanonymous.com; Web site: http://www.parentsanonymous.org
Prevent Child Abuse America, 200 S Michigan Avenue, 17th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604; Web site: http://www.preventchildabuse.org
Safe & Drug Free Schools Program, Office of Elementary and Secondary Education (OESE), 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202; email: osdfs.safeschl@ed.gov; Web site: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/osdfs/index.html
Teen Challenge, 3728 W. Chestnut Expressway, Springfield, MO 65802; email: info@teenchallenge.com; Web site: http://www.teenchallenge.com
Virginia Department of Social Services, 730 E. Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23219-1849; Web site: http://www.dss.state.va.us
Hotline Resources
Parents Anonymous Hotline: 800-421-0353
Runaway Hotline: 800-621-4000
Virginia Statewide Child Abuse/Neglect Hotline: 800-552-7096
Print Resources
Recognizing Child Abuse and Neglect: A Guide for School Employees
Booklet produced by the Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Social Services, 2003
Available from:
Virginia Department of Social Services
7 North 8th Street
Richmond, VA 23219
Preview at:
http://www.dss.state.va.us/pub/pdf/cps_abuse_employees.pdf (122Kb PDF).
Order at no cost from:
lynette.johnson@dss.virginia.gov
(804) 726-7553
Assistance for Special Educators, Law Enforcement, and Child Protective Services in Recognizing and Managing Abuse and Neglect of Children with Disabilities
Booklet produced by the Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Social Services, 1999
Available from:
Virginia Department of Social Services
7 North 8th Street
Richmond, VA 23219
Preview at:
http://www.dss.state.va.us/pub/pdf/cps_special_educators.pdf (62Kb PDF).
Order at no cost from:
lynette.johnson@dss.virginia.gov
(804) 726-7553
Training Resources
Abuse and Neglect of Children with Disabilities: A Collaborative Response
This two-day training, developed by VCU Partnership for People with Disabilities, is designed for educators, parents, law enforcement, and Child Protective Services workers. Contact Peggy O'Neill at the Partnership at (804) 827-0194 or email: maoneill@vcu.edu.
Video Resources
The video clips used in this program are segments from:
Protecting Children: A Mandated Reporter's Guide to Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect
This award-winning video was produced by the Virginia Bar Association Young Lawyers Division and EAF Productions, in partnership with The Family and Children's Trust of Virginia. The full-length video can be purchased from Video Works of Virginia in VHS and DVD format. This video is not currently available in closed-caption format.
The video is available from:
Video Works of Virginia
5712 Patterson Avenue
Richmond, Virginia 23226
Phone: (804) 282-2003
Or through the Virginia
Bar Association Young Lawyers Division
Click on the image below to access the full-length streamed video. The video opens in a separate window. A video script is not available for this full-length video.
Runtime: 26:25 minutes
Other Videotapes
Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse: A Videotape Series
This six-videotape series on recognizing and reporting child abuse was produced by the University of Maryland, School of Public Affairs, Welfare Reform Academy. The series provides comprehensive training for the many professionals who are legally required to report suspected cases of child abuse and neglect. The studio-quality videos and additional training tools are designed for use with a variety of audiences and across many settings—from child protective agencies, to professional schools, to community-based programs.
For more information about the training series and to order training videos, visit: www.welfareacademy.org/childabusetraining/.
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