Recognizing and Reporting when Students Need Help
Reporting suspected child abuse can be very stressful. Knowing what signs to look for, how to ask questions if needed and what to expect when you report can help make this difficult situation more manageable. Prolonged exposure to traumatic events, such as abuse or neglect, can negatively impact the developing brain. Recognizing and reporting a student’s need for help are the first steps on their journey to safety, hope and healing. This video, conversation guide and suspect abuse card were collaboratively developed to build the confidence of all school staff to know what to do when child abuse is suspected.
| URL: | https://calgarycac.ca/education/suspectabuse/ |
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| Type(s): | Learning Guides, Videos, Websites |
| Focus(s): | Mental Health, Wellness |
| Audience(s): | Education Assistants, Teachers |
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| Keyword(s): | abuse, Wellness |
| Level(s): | Early Learning, Elementary, Junior High, Senior High |
| Is External: | Yes |
| Date Posted: | April 19, 2018 |
