Child abuse & neglect
Child abuse & neglect
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Mapping orofacial signs of child abuse in children referred to a Norwegian Children's House
Jun 10, 2026
The authors aimed to comprehensively map orofacial signs, both traumatic and nontraumatic, in children referred for forensic dental examination due to suspected physical or sexual abuse. Their study found that a significant proportion of children presented with intraoral (76.1%) and extraoral (45.6%) signs, with variations in injury types and oral health findings based on the suspected abuse type. The results underscore the importance of integrating forensic dental and medical assessments in identifying and addressing child abuse.
Bridging Guidelines and Practice: Questioning Styles in Judicial Interviews with Child Sexual Abuse Victims in Portugal
Jun 8, 2026
This study investigates the questioning styles used in Statements for Future Use (SFU) interviews with child sexual abuse victims in Portugal, aiming to assess their alignment with evidence-based best practices. The authors found that recognition-based prompts were predominantly used, while open-ended invitations were rare but more effective in eliciting detailed responses. These findings suggest a significant deviation from recommended child-centered interviewing techniques, raising concerns about the reliability of children's testimonies in judicial settings.
Understanding parent and community perspectives of sexual victimization, perpetration, and protection of adolescent girls with developmental disabilities: A qualitative study
Jun 8, 2026
This study investigates the perceptions of parents and community members in urban northwestern Bangladesh regarding the sexual victimization, perpetration, and protection of adolescent girls with developmental disabilities. The authors aim to understand the dynamics of vulnerability and protective responses, revealing that factors such as caregiver workload, economic precarity, and stigma contribute to the risk of abuse, while highlighting the need for culturally responsive and disability-inclusive safeguarding measures. The findings emphasize the importance of improving reporting pathways and support systems to enhance protection for these vulnerable girls.