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WORKING WITH A CHILD VICTIM By: Ashley Gadue CJ 315 VICTIMOLOGY SNHU Teacher: Naomi Estrada

 Describe some typical reactions of child/teen victims who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event.  Change in eating or sleeping habits.  Acting out: aggressive or inappropriate behavior  Attention-seeking behavior.  Increased risk-taking behavior.  Deteriorating school performance  Fear of attending school  Poor peer relations, withdrawal  Physical signs of stress: headache, stomachache  Nightmares  Anger  Hopelessness  Helplessness  Loss of control or powerlessness  Concentration difficulties  Clinginess  Mood swings  Depression  Anxiety  Suicidal thoughts

( Bulletins for Teens: Information for Parents of Teens – the National Center for Victims of Crime , n.d.)  Explain why it is important for a child/teen to open up/talk to someone about their victimization and provide a rationale. Understanding the nature and extent of a child/teens exposure to being a victim is essential in combating the effects. Research shows that early identification, intervention, and continued follow up are valuable strategies for preventing and decreasing the potential negative effects of a child/teens exposure to violence and/or trauma. ( Child and Youth Victimization | OVC , n.d.) It’s important for children/teens to open up and talk to someone about their experience because it can help them cope with the trauma, prevent further harm. After experiencing victimization, children/teens may feel isolated, powerless, disrespected, and misunderstood. They may feel as if there is no one that cares about them, and they may not feel safe. By talking to someone, they can receive emotional support, validation, and guidance on how to deal with their feelings and experiences. This can help them regain a sense of control over their lives and reduce the risk of developing long-term psychological problems. It can also help law enforcement find the perpetrator. Getting the perp off the streets will help the victim feel safer and prevent others from becoming that persons victim.

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 Discuss actions that an adult can take to help a child/teen victim and provide a rationale. Adults can help by listening, allowing them to express their feelings. Allow them to be sad, angry, scared and let them know it’s ok. Help them find outlets like drawing or writing. Help them find resources like counseling, group therapy, or medical care if needed. Give them love, support and understanding. Give them some sense of control and normalcy.  Explain how state laws affect actions taken by adults when dealing with a child victim. Laws may vary state by state and adults need to be aware of the laws in the state they are in. Many states have laws for mandatory reporting when child abuse is suspected. Mandated reporters include teachers, counselors, law enforcement, social workers, and medical staff. (Lyle Therese a. Hilotin-Lee, J.D., 2023)

References: Bulletins for Teens: Information for Parents of Teens – The National Center for Victims of Crime . (n.d.). https://victimsofcrime.org/bulletins-for-teens-information-for-parents-of-teens/ Child and Youth Victimization | OVC . (n.d.). Office for Victims of Crime. https://ovc.ojp.gov/topics/child-and-youth-victimization Lyle Therese a. Hilotin-Lee, J.D. (2023, June 21). Child abuse laws state by state (R. Earhart, Ed.). FindLaw. Retrieved December 3, 2023, from https://www.findlaw.com/family/child-abuse/child-abuse-laws-state-by-state.html

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