The Role of Media in Reporting Child Abuse

When the decision was made that society was not a family problem, the media began reporting child abuse. According to a study by Fishman in 1978, the crime considered as "housekeeping" such as child abuse and strike was kept secret because the journalist was too general to notice (McDevitt, p. 264, 1996). Year). In fact, public concern about child abuse in our society is "often related to media attention on this topic" (McDevitt, p. 262, 1996). The role of media in reporting child abuse is to stop perpetrators of child abuse and inform the public.

How to report abuse? In every state or region there is a law that anyone who believes that a child has been mistreated must report it. You can call the police or local child protection office. We can all play a role in stopping child abuse. You need to be aware of the signs of abuse. Friends, family, and experts all need to fulfill their role. If the police believe that person is in violation of the law, you can arrest someone who abused the child. When this happens abusers may stay in prison for several hours before bailing hearings. * If judges judge better, they may stay longer. If you are concerned about your safety or your child's safety, ask the police or victim services department to notify you before the person is dismissed. Please make sure that the police know how to contact. For details on the criminal justice system that crime victims need to know, please visit the Canadian government website http://www.victimsmatter.gc.ca.

If there is doubt about child abuse report If reporting abuse is inside the house, please report it to the local child protection organization. If abuse does not belong to your family, please report it to the police. Individuals who have reported sincerely can not prosecute. The organizations that received the report will evaluate and take action to protect the child. Parents should consult their pediatricians or family doctors who can refer to doctors specializing in the assessment and treatment of sexual abuse. The examiner assesses the condition of the child, treats any physical problems associated with abuse, gathers evidence to help protect the child, and assures the child that the child is okay.