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Pediatrics May 2015Child physical abuse is an important cause of pediatric morbidity and mortality and is associated with major physical and mental health problems that can extend into...
Child physical abuse is an important cause of pediatric morbidity and mortality and is associated with major physical and mental health problems that can extend into adulthood. Pediatricians are in a unique position to identify and prevent child abuse, and this clinical report provides guidance to the practitioner regarding indicators and evaluation of suspected physical abuse of children. The role of the physician may include identifying abused children with suspicious injuries who present for care, reporting suspected abuse to the child protection agency for investigation, supporting families who are affected by child abuse, coordinating with other professionals and community agencies to provide immediate and long-term treatment to victimized children, providing court testimony when necessary, providing preventive care and anticipatory guidance in the office, and advocating for policies and programs that support families and protect vulnerable children.
Topics: Child; Child Abuse; Humans; Mandatory Reporting; Medical History Taking; Physical Examination; Physician's Role; Risk Factors; Wounds and Injuries
PubMed: 25917988
DOI: 10.1542/peds.2015-0356 -
Atencion Primaria Apr 2019
Topics: Aggression; Bullying; Humans; Mandatory Reporting; Power, Psychological; Schools; Spain
PubMed: 30709641
DOI: 10.1016/j.aprim.2018.05.015 -
Trauma, Violence & Abuse Apr 2023Adolescents experience alarmingly high rates of sexual violence, higher than any other age-group. This is concerning as sexual violence can have detrimental effects on... (Review)
Review
Adolescents experience alarmingly high rates of sexual violence, higher than any other age-group. This is concerning as sexual violence can have detrimental effects on teens' personal and relational well-being, causing long-term consequences for the survivor. Still, adolescents are hesitant to report the assault or seek out services and resources. When an adolescent survivor does seek out services, they may interact with a provider who is a mandatory reporter. This scoping review sought to synthesize the current U.S.-based research on the role, challenges, and impact of mandatory reporting (MR) in the context of adolescent sexual assault. Database searches using key words related to MR, sexual assault, and adolescence identified 29 peer-reviewed articles. However, none of these articles reported on empirical investigations of the phenomenon of interest and instead consisted of case studies, commentaries, and position papers. The scoping review was expanded to provide a lay of the land of what we know about the intersection of adolescent sexual assault and MR. Results of the review indicate that though implemented broadly, MR policies vary between individuals, organizations, and states and have historically been challenging to implement due to this variation, conflicts with other laws, tension between these policies and providers' values, and other factors. Based on the available literature, the impact of MR in the context of adolescent sexual assault is unknown. There is a critical need for research and evaluation on the implementation and impact of MR policies, especially in the context of adolescents and sexual violence.
Topics: Adolescent; Humans; Mandatory Reporting; Sex Offenses; Crime Victims; Disclosure; Survivors
PubMed: 34238071
DOI: 10.1177/15248380211030239 -
Australian Journal of General Practice Dec 2023
Topics: Humans; Mandatory Reporting; Students, Medical; Delivery of Health Care
PubMed: 38049128
DOI: 10.31128/AJGP-07-23-6892 -
The Medical Journal of Australia Sep 2016
Topics: Australia; Humans; Mandatory Reporting; Physicians; Societies, Medical; Students, Medical
PubMed: 27581275
DOI: 10.5694/mja16.00565 -
Forensic Science, Medicine, and... Mar 2020Child protection measures are organized into three major themes: laws; service programs; and status of outcomes of these interventions. Contextually, mandatory reporting... (Review)
Review
Child protection measures are organized into three major themes: laws; service programs; and status of outcomes of these interventions. Contextually, mandatory reporting of child abuse and neglect is governed by a complex system of State legislation across Australia. The purpose of this review was to investigate the evidence base for the legislative obligations of Australian dentists as mandatory reporters; the functionality of dental practice in the determination of orofacial signs of abuse and neglect; and, relevant knowledge and practice demonstrated by the Australian dental work force. Our research question explores the role of Australian dentists in intervention of child physical abuse and dental neglect. Information was sourced from literature and web-based reviews. Peer reviewed articles included reviews and empirical studies. Official websites/databases were accessed for relevant legislation. The study found that child protection laws lack an evidence base for including/excluding dentists as reporters. Child abuse and neglect is associated with strong orofacial signs, thus imparting a key advantage to utilizing dentists as potential notifiers. An action response to child abuse is not seen in the Australian dental service. This review identifies gaps in the dental literature concerning mandatory reporting, calls for optimization of the related evidence base, and uniform Australian child abuse reporting requirements.
Topics: Australia; Child; Child Abuse; Dentist's Role; Humans; Mandatory Reporting; Oral Health; Physical Abuse
PubMed: 31637584
DOI: 10.1007/s12024-019-00180-9 -
Journal of Public Health (Oxford,... Dec 2021Domestic violence has been addressed in public policies and law reforms in many countries to target its identification and provide increased support to those affected.... (Review)
Review
BACKGROUND
Domestic violence has been addressed in public policies and law reforms in many countries to target its identification and provide increased support to those affected. In some countries, reporting domestic violence is mandatory, which means that anyone not only 'can' but also 'must' file a report, which is enough to progress the criminal proceedings, even against the victim's will. This article provides an overview about the importance of the clinicians' duty of care, debating whether or not domestic violence should be a public crime.
METHODS
A narrative review on the subject of mandatory reporting of domestic violence, conducting a search of PubMed.
RESULTS
Twenty studies were retrieved. Commonly victims agree with mandatory reporting. However, there are still several concerns voiced by both victims and health care workers that need to be further addressed.
CONCLUSION
This article addresses the importance and limitations of mandatory reporting while acknowledging the impact of these measures in both the victim and the accused.
Topics: Crime; Crime Victims; Domestic Violence; Humans; Mandatory Reporting; Public Policy
PubMed: 33009562
DOI: 10.1093/pubmed/fdaa154 -
Revue Medicale Suisse Sep 2019
Topics: Child; Child Abuse; Emergency Medical Services; Humans; Mandatory Reporting
PubMed: 31496192
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Journal of Midwifery & Women's Health May 2016Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a serious concern for women that is associated with significant adverse health effects. Routine screening for IPV is recommended, but... (Review)
Review
Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a serious concern for women that is associated with significant adverse health effects. Routine screening for IPV is recommended, but there are many barriers to screening that have been identified by providers, including discomfort, lack of training, and not knowing how to respond to a positive screen. This article reviews IPV screening and appropriate techniques for responding to a positive screen. IPV screening best practices include using a systematic protocol, developing a screening script, using a validated screening tool, and considerations for privacy and mandatory reporting. Responding to a positive screen should include acknowledging the experience, asking if the woman desires help, offering support and referrals, encouraging safety planning, and completing additional assessments to determine level of danger and to identify any comorbidities. Using these techniques along with therapeutic communication may increase IPV identification and create an environment in which women feel empowered to get help.
Topics: Female; Humans; Mandatory Reporting; Mass Screening; Spouse Abuse; United States
PubMed: 26990666
DOI: 10.1111/jmwh.12443 -
Air Medical Journal 2017
Topics: Aged; Child; Child Abuse; Confidentiality; Elder Abuse; Health Personnel; Humans; Mandatory Reporting; United States
PubMed: 29132588
DOI: 10.1016/j.amj.2017.09.001