Discussion

Consequences of Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse

All human services professionals are included under mandated reporting statutes. Discuss both the positive consequences and the negative or unintended consequences of mandated reporting of child abuse. Analyze the implication of mandated reporting in delivering services to clients identifying challenges you would face in planning and providing services for clients. Ensure you include the challenges you would face during the interviewing phase of service provision.

Respond to at least two of your classmates’ postings by Day 7. Comment on if you agree or disagree with your peers and explain why.