Zero Abuse Project: Preparing Children for our Process: Finding the Balance Between Saying Too Much, but Not Saying Enough

Training Overview

Effectively preparing children and families for our forensic interview process can greatly enhance the effectiveness of the forensic interview, but teams often worry about how and when to engage families and non-offending caregivers prior to the interview and in what way. This training provides guidance on how to prepare children and families for our process including the difference between minimal facts/field interviews and forensic interviews, orienting messages and other current challenges.

Learning Objectives

1. Define the difference between a FIRST response/minimal facts interview and a forensic interview. Provide a structure for the minimal facts interview.
2. Gain sample language for engaging with children and families prior to the interview.
3. Discuss the various multidisciplinary team roles and responsibilities in preparing the child and family for the process.

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