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Matsushima, John – Child Welfare, 1990
Maintains that investigations of abuse of children in group care settings rely heavily on ex post facto interviewing of children and staff. Describes the role of the child advocate, or ombudsmen, in guaranteeing children's rights in the treatment center. Discusses indices of plausibility as the basis for reliable inferences in the absence of…
Descriptors: Agency Role, Child Abuse, Child Advocacy, Interviews
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Corcoran, Jacqueline – Child Welfare, 1999
Discusses the use of a solution-focused approach by child welfare workers to interviewing children and families in crisis and risk situations. Notes that this practice accepts a systemic view, acknowledging the importance of context on people and their problems; holds a belief in client self-determination; and indicates respect for individuals.…
Descriptors: Child Abuse, Child Advocacy, Child Welfare, Crisis Intervention