Forensic interviewing: A primer for child welfare professionals
Date
2013
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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Children's Bureau
Abstract
Forensic interviewing is a means of gathering information from a victim or witness for use in a legal setting, such as a court hearing. It is a key component of many child protective services investigations. This factsheet provides child welfare professionals with a brief overview of forensic interviewing so they can better understand how such interviews affect their practice with children and families.
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forensic interviewer, child welfare professionals, child sexual abuse
Citation
Child Welfare Information Gateway. (2013). Forensic interviewing: A primer for child welfare professionals. Washington, DC: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Children’s Bureau.