Pediatricians' Attitudes and Experiences with Court in Child Maltreatment Cases Survey

Theodore, Adrea D.; Runyan, Desmond K.

doi:10.1037/t26818-000

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“…The finding that the inherently complex nature of CP work acts as a barrier to engaging paediatricians in CP work in Malta, particularly the stress associated with the legal aspects as well as potential complaints, is consistent with the wider literature (Flaherty et al, ; Gunn et al, ; Mathews et al, ; Theodore and Runyan, ; Vulliamy and Sullivan, ; Zalkin et al, ). However, the results of this study suggest a number of issues that are unique to underdeveloped CP systems and that need to be addressed.…”

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“…The personal stress involved in this work has also been documented. This includes having to disbelieve a parent's account, the experience of having to give evidence in court as well as the fear of harassment by caregivers when a safeguarding concern has been raised (Bannon and Carter, ; Flaherty et al, ; Theodore and Runyan, ; Vulliamy and Sullivan, ).…”

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The Behaviours and Perceptions of Paediatricians in Malta Relating to Child Protection Work: National and International Implications of a Mixed‐Methods Study

Borg

Barlow

2018

Child Abuse Review

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Health professionals fulfil an essential role within the multiagency response to safeguarding concerns. This study explored the experiences, attitudes and perceptions of paediatricians relating to child protection (CP) work. A mixed‐methods approach was adopted, using the explanatory sequential design. The quantitative strand involved a population survey of paediatricians (N = 56). Data were analysed and used to inform a subsequent qualitative strand. Both strands indicated that CP work was perceived as complex, emotive and stressful. Paediatricians perceived themselves to be working within an unstructured system. Despite most reporting to have assessed CP cases, 77.4 per cent (n = 41) had never received training. The majority reported that response pathways and reporting procedures were unclear and that they were not involved in tasks beyond identification. These factors contributed to a lack of confidence and ambivalence towards CP, particularly child sexual abuse. Participants felt reassured by having a designated consultant, however, this role also enabled them to offload responsibility. Overall, CP work was not being fully owned. This study suggests that the lack of mandatory and statutory guidance results in significantly suboptimal practice. Investment in structured training and support systems is recommended to engage professionals. Designated professionals should complement, rather than minimise, the role and responsibility of other professionals. Key Practitioner Messages Child protection is the responsibility of every professional working with children. Developing child protection systems requires a strong national commitment reflected in legislation and statutory guidance in order to ensure that they are standardised, robust and sustainable. Engaging professionals in child protection work is essential and calls for structured training programmes, support systems and provisions in law that protect against legal liability. Designated professionals in child protection are essential, however, their role should complement, rather than minimise, the role and responsibility of other professionals. Child sexual abuse requires specialist input.

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The Behaviours and Perceptions of Paediatricians in Malta Relating to Child Protection Work: National and International Implications of a Mixed‐Methods Study

Borg

Barlow

2018

Child Abuse Review

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“…Mandated reporters might be concerned about potential legal repercussions of reporting suspected child maltreatment. Research shows this to be a concern for most health care professionals (Theodore & Runyon, ). However, as our review demonstrated, all 50 states provide immunity to professionals who report abuse or suspected abuse.…”

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Counselors’ Mandated Responsibility to Report Child Maltreatment: A Review of U.S. Laws

Kenny

Abreu

Helpingstine

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Jour of Counseling & Develop

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“…Research has increasingly explored physicians' attitudes about CA/N (Theodore & Runyan 2006), their specific role in unintentional injury control (Agote Robertson 2012) and the positive effects of hospital-based interventions (Shields et al 2013) in reducing injury risks. Consistent with other studies (Larson et al 2015), parents in our population were very open to non-medical discussions with their paediatrician.…”

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Pediatricians' Attitudes and Experiences with Court in Child Maltreatment Cases Survey

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The Behaviours and Perceptions of Paediatricians in Malta Relating to Child Protection Work: National and International Implications of a Mixed‐Methods Study

The Behaviours and Perceptions of Paediatricians in Malta Relating to Child Protection Work: National and International Implications of a Mixed‐Methods Study

Counselors’ Mandated Responsibility to Report Child Maltreatment: A Review of U.S. Laws

Developing tailored positive parenting messages for a clinic‐based communication programme

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