This brief-easy-to-understand book explains what happens when a child discloses abuse and how various systems may respond to this disclosure, from investigation through prosecution or juvenile court involvement to therapy. Intended for children 9-18, this book is written in a supportive tone and helps children to understand what abuse is, the steps that are taken to protect the child, the process of prosecuting the abuser, and the child's own feeling and healing process. INDICE: IntroductionWhat Is Abuse?Telling What HappenedFiling ChargesPreliminary Hearing or Grand JuryChips/Protection and ServicesTypes of LawyersThe Criminal TrialSentencingYour FeelingsHealingResource People
- ISBN: 978-0-7619-2183-7
- Editorial: SAGE Publications, Inc
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 72
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