Non Leading Responses To A Sexual Abuse Disclosure

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Q---give three examples of non leading responses you may give to a child who s disclosed sexual abuse to you

My Ans---here are some general tips for responding to disclosure (Bussey, 1996; Office for Children Youth and Family Support, 2006; Department of Child Safety, n.d.; Department of Human Services, 2013):

Give the child or young person your full attention.
Maintain a calm appearance.
Don't be afraid of saying the "wrong" thing.
Reassure the child or young person it is right to tell.
Accept the child or young person will disclose only what is comfortable and recognise the bravery/strength of the child for talking about something that is difficult.
Let the child or young person take his or her time.
Let the child or young person use his or her own words.
Don't make promises you can't keep.
Tell the child or young person what you plan to do next.
Do not confront the perpetrator
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is it OK or do I need to add something or change is needed?

[Lorina]

This may help:

[attachment=0]child abuse handbook.pdf[/attachment]
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Lorina