Social Work Practice with Children

A set of flashcards to aid in understanding key concepts in social work practice with children, focusing on issues of child welfare, family violence, and preventive measures.

Child Poverty

A social issue where a significant percentage of children grow up in families with insufficient income to meet basic needs, impacting their health and education.

Family Violence

Violence that occurs within a family, significantly affecting children and youth, leading to various forms of harm and victimization.

Child Maltreatment

Abuse or neglect of a child, resulting in harm or risk of harm, which can include physical, emotional, or sexual abuse.

Child Welfare

A system and set of services aimed at protecting children and ensuring their well-being and development.

Indigenous Children

Children belonging to Indigenous peoples, often facing specific challenges related to cultural heritage and systemic bias in welfare systems.

Report Duty

The legal obligation of professionals, including social workers, to report any suspicions of child abuse or neglect.

Risk Assessment

A process used to evaluate the likelihood of a child being harmed or at risk of harm due to abuse or neglect.

Restorative Justice

An approach to justice that focuses on repairing the harm caused by criminal behavior through cooperative processes that include all stakeholders.

Least Intrusive Measures

A principle in child welfare legislation advocating for the least disruptive interventions in family life while ensuring child safety.

Preventive Social Work

Activities aimed at reducing risky behaviors and promoting positive development among children and youth through community engagement.