This episode discusses why sibling sexual abuse can be so challenging for social workers, how to work with the whole family and the shame, blame and denial of parents, as well as the fact that both the child who has been harmed and the child who has harmed are children, and use this opportunity to make a real positive difference to their lives and longer term outcomes.
Brings together practice guidance, research, survivor perspectives, interactive and multimedia learning about child sexual abuse to help social workers identify and support children and families.
Survivors explain who they first disclosed to and why, and what professionals could do to make it easier for children and young people, and understand non verbal disclosures.
A guide for social workers on what children, young people and parents/carers can expect from child sexual abuse medical examinations and their role in the process.
This scenario applies a family therapy approach to a case of sexual abuse by a grandparent, including understanding what has happened and what the child and family need, and working alongside a potential criminal investigation.
Covers practical ways you can prepare for difficult conversations and support children to speak about sexual abuse so that their needs for support can be met.
Reminder information for social workers of the potential risk factors and common signs and indicators of child sexual abuse