Citation

Peterson P. J. extension 2009; 47(4): 4FEA4.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2009, U.S. Cooperative Extension System)

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Abstract

This article reports results of a statewide survey to assess the knowledge of child abuse and neglect, reporting beliefs, and practices of Extension educators. The study identified populations defined as high risk for child maltreatment with whom educators work. Extension educators are in a critical position to identify and report situations where maltreatment may have occurred. However, survey respondents were not confident they could recognize indicators of maltreatment, and they exhibited confusion about reporting responsibilities and procedures. Recommendations are made for annual child maltreatment education, educational resources, and development of child maltreatment reporting policy and procedures within Cooperative Extension.

Keywords: child maltreatment, child abuse and neglect, mandated reporter

Language: en