Addressing Abuse at Any Age: Guidebook for Caregivers of Disabled Children Risk Reduction Workbook for Parents and Service Providers
Author: Roslyn K. Myers, J.D., M.A..
Source: Volume 17, Number 02, July/August 2014 , pp.19-20(2)
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Abstract:
Despite the increasing public knowledge of child abuse, there is a dearth of information about such abuse of young people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In fact: children with disabilities are almost twice as likely to be abused as nondisabled children; most victims do not tell anyone about the abuse; most are not asked about abuse. If they tell, there is rarely help given as their credibility is questioned. If a report is taken, most likely it will not be effectively investigated by authorities.Keywords: Dr. Nora J. Baladerian; faster response by law enforcement and services for victims; less psychological trauma; tripartite “before-during-after” formula; creating a safe environment; Individual Education Plan (IEP); “Abuse Communication Book”
Affiliations:
1: managing editor of VED.