Part I: How to Report Suspected Child Abuse in the state of Texas
Part I: How to Report Suspected Child Abuse in the state of Texas
Explain the procedure for reporting suspected child abuse in your state. List the following:
- Criteria to use for determining when abuse may be present and a report must be made
- Steps to follow in making a report
Part II: Strategies for Helping Children and Families
Based on the resource, think about the kinds of needs families that have experienced abuse or are at risk for abuse may have in each of the following areas:
- Knowledge of child development and positive parenting practices
- Information on available community resources
- Reassurance for children and nonabusive parents
Then, for each area, explain:
- A specific need that a parent or child may have
- Two specific strategies or suggestions you could use or recommend for addressing that need
SearchAdvanced Search|Search Tips|Search A–Z|GHome> Caregivers of Young Children: Preventing and Responding to ChildMaltreatment> Caregivers of Young Children: Preventing and Responding to ChildMaltreatment : Supporting Parents and Preventing Child MaltreatmentCaregivers of Young Children:Preventing and Responding to ChildMaltreatmentUser Manual Series (1992)Supporting Parents and Preventing ChildMaltreatmenEarly childhood agencies providing care for young children andsupporting their families are in an excellent position to prevent childabuse and neglect. All families benefit from time away from theirchildren; however, for some parents, time away from their childrenis essential to their ability to function as good parents. Without thisrespite, they are not able to cope with their child-rearingresponsibilities.For many families, early childhood programs are their only links tothe community from the time the child is born until he/she beginsschool. Programs can provide support to parents to reduce theirisolation and help them to develop effective parenting skills. It is notunusual for parents of young children to seek advice about commonproblems in child rearing, and early childhood programs are anonthreatening source of such information. Because teachers,caregivers, and providers already are well known to parents and areaccepted authorities on child rearing, early childhood programs canplay a vital role in improving the quality of parental care andpreventing child maltreatment.Providing Ongoing Support for ParentsRecent studies have shown that the most effective early childhoodprograms are those that actively promote and encourage theinvolvement of families. Early childhood education programs serve asan extended support system for families just as friends and relativesmight have in the past. No matter how much time children spend inRate thisPublicationAverageRating:Not yetrated.PrintableVersionEmail ThisAuthor(s):U.S. Department of Health and Human ServicesKoralekYear Published:1992previousYou are in section:6 – Supporting Parents and…nextPage 1 of 5Caregivers of Young Children: Preventing and Responding to Child Maltreatment : Supp...1/7/2009http://www.childwelfare.gov/pubs/usermanuals/caregive/caregiveg.cfm
child care, their parents are still the most important people in theirlives. Supportive relationships with parents enable staff to be moreresponsive to children’s needs and increase parents’ abilities to carefor their children. Strong partnerships between parents andcaregiving professionals should be based on trust, respect, and theunderstanding that the child’s development will be enhanced whenall the adults who care for the child work together. Supportiveservices can help parents feel more competent and relieve some ofthe stresses that accompany parenthood. When parents feel lessstress, they are more likely to interact positively with their childrenand less likely to take out their frustrations on their children. Specificways that early childhood education programs can support parentsare discussed below.Developing Positive Relationships With ParentsEarly childhood education professionals can show warmth,friendliness, and concern and listen to parents’ feelings andthoughts, without making judgments. They can demonstrate respectfor parents’ views, even when they do not agree with them, and helpthem to feel competent in their parenting roles. When parents learnto trust caregiving professionals, they will come to them for adviceand support during difficult times.Being Alert to Signs of Stress in ParentsWhen a family is under stress, the parents may seem disorganizedand frequently forget important items, such as diapers or bottles offormula. A parent might seem frustrated when a child is slow to getready to go home or state that he/she doesn’t know how to handlethe child’s independent behavior. Parents under stress might beunwilling to accept help or more interested in talking about their ownproblems than their child’s. When early childhood educationprofessionals notice these signs of stress, they can discuss them withparents and, if appropriate, refer them to community resourceswhere they can get the assistance they need to learn how to balancetheir parenting and other responsibilities.Providing Opportunities for Parents To Become InvolvedMany parents of young children are isolated and have little time toestablish relationships with other adults. Becoming involved with theprogram’s activities can provide a social network and allow parentsto feel connected, thus reducing the isolation that might otherwiselead to child abuse and neglect. Program staff can offer activitiessuch as potluck dinners or parent discussion groups where parentscan get to know each other, share similar concerns, and learntechniques that others use to manage their lives.Communicating Regularly With Parents Concerning Children’sProgressParents and early childhood education professionals have differentperspectives about the child based on how the child behaves atPage 2 of 5Caregivers of Young Children: Preventing and Responding to Child Maltreatment : Supp...1/7/2009http://www.childwelfare.gov/pubs/usermanuals/caregive/caregiveg.cfm
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