1st Edition
A Guide to Interviewing Children Essential Skills for Counsellors, Police Lawyers and Social Workers
156 Pages
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Routledge
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Routledge
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Routledge
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Children may be witnesses to crimes or accidents, or suspected victims of abuse or neglect, or they may be involved in some form of legal action such as custody cases. In these situations, they may need to be interviewed formally, and if this is not done properly, incorrect or inadequate information may be recorded or the child's position may not be correctly represented later in court. In cases... Read more
1. Understand a Child' Mind 2. Preparation and Planning if the Interview 3. The Essential Elements of the Interview 4. Tailoring the Interview to the Child's Needs 5. Evaluating the Process of the Interview Appendix 1. Solutions to Boxes Appendix 2. Interviewing Aboriginal Australians Appendix 3. Self Assessment Forms.
Biography
Claire Wilson, Martine Powell
'This book will prove an invaluable and detailed guide through a complex process, fraught with challenges and pitfalls when gathering quality information, and is thus recommended reading for professionals engaged in the field.' - Child and Family Social Work
'The text is an easy read, it is practical and can be a useful reference for all professionals. Highly recommended.' - Accident and Emergancy Nursing
