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Call CPS when you have major concerns for the welfare of the child because of serious abuse or neglect. That can take many different forms: hitting or shaking an infant--ever observing or knowing of major physical abuse, such as hitting a child with a closed fist, or beating.
Calling CPS gives the caller anonymous status if they request it. You cannot find out.
The investigation is completed within 45 calendar days of the date the report is received. The maltreatment determination considers whether the alleged child abuse is substantiated or unsubstantiated, as follows: 'Substantiated' means the allegations of child abuse are supported by a preponderance of the evidence.
You should make the report as soon as you have reason to believe or receive a disclosure. You do not need to have proof and knowledge beyond a reasonable doubt that abuse is occurring. Some state laws indicate "reasonable suspicion" as necessary for the report.
You may wonder who reported you and what you can do to end the case. The reporting individual's identity will be confidential unless they choose to tell you.
Help is available. If you or someone else is in immediate and serious danger, you should call 911. In other cases, find a trusted adult to talk with or call the Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453) and then press 1.
Childhelp National Hotline: 1-800-422-4453 The Childhelp hotline is a great resource for people who want a little more information about how to report a child abuse case.
The protective factors are conditions in families and communities that, when present, increase the health and well-being of children and families. These attributes serve as buffers, helping parents find resources, support, or coping strategies that allow them to parent effectively, even under stress.
If the pre-teen or teenage violence is physical: what to do Stay calm. Limit what you say. Call for help. For example, call a friend or family member. Go to a safe place in your home. If you need to, leave your home and go to a safe place to wait for help.
Estrangement as Emotional Abuse: Estrangement can be a manipulation tactic to control or hurt others, especially when used by abusive family members or partners. It often leads to long-term emotional scars like anxiety and self-doubt.