27 Child Abuse and Neglect: Asking the Hard Questions

https://302.buzz/PM-WhatAreYourThoughtsVictims of child abuse and neglect and sexual assault should be handled carefully by healthcare providers due to the sensitivity and severity of what happened to them. Dr. Sarah Brown joins us in this episode to talk about the difficult questions we must ask children and families in order to keep kids safe. We also discussed when and where to ask them and when to call authorities, if needed. Timing is as important as the questions themselves. Let’s listen to Dr. Brown and learn how to ask the hard questions to victims of child abuse and neglect![00:01 - 04:45] Opening SegmentWelcoming today's guest, Dr. Sarah BrownHer path to child abuse and neglect and pediatrics [04:46 - 14:54] Let The Child Talk   How to build a safe space for children and adults Our role as healthcare providers The power of small words The first step in asking about abuse from childrenWhat are the right questions to ask?Introducing things that are NOT okay [14:55 - 26:17] Talk About Abuse Somewhere Else The protocols in handling sexual assaults for healthcare providers How to efficiently report sexual assaultWhat Dr. Brown does not recommend on talking about abuse [26:18 - 38:44] Be Careful with Telehealth Services The overlap between domestic violence and child abuse and neglect Hear Dr. Brown’s thoughts about telehealth services Don’t miss Dr. Brown’s insights about the Safe and Together model [38:45 - 43:52] Relax and Take One Day At a TimeHow healthcare providers can take better care of themselvesListen to Dr. Brown’s adviceDr. Brown’s message for her resident self [43:53 - 50:06] Closing SegmentFinals takeawaysBelieving the child is important Asking when you suspect child abuse Having an exam as soon as possible Informing the Child Protective Services Remembering that domestic violence and child abuse Being mindful with telehealth services Taking care of yourself  Tweetable Quotes:“That goal of not interrupting as long as the child is narrating is important.” - Dr. Sarah Brown“Relax and take things one day at a time.” - Dr. Sarah BrownResources Mentioned:Safe and Together InstituteNational Health Resource Center on Domestic ViolenceCUES: an Evidence-Based InterventionSexual Behaviors in Young Children: What’s Normal, What’s Not?National Children's AllianceEffective Discipline to Raise Healthy ChildrenThe Evaluation of Suspected Child Physical AbuseUnderstanding the Behavioral and Emotional Consequences of Child...

Fecha de Publicación: 10 de marzo de 2021

Duración: 50 min