STOP Abuse of Older PennsylvaniansIf you suspect a person 60 or over is a victim of abuse, call 1-800-490-8505 or contact a Local Area Agency on Aging
1/24/08 Links between animal abuse and family violence with Angie ScottHow are these forms of violence related and how often do they co-exist? This lecture will explore the connection between these forms of violence. One study showed that animal abuse was reported in 88% of homes referred to physical abuse of children. The lecture will also discuss ways that professionals can help to identify homes where children may be in danger. Additionally we will talk about practical techniques for talking to children about their pets that can help tell us what if anything, they have also experienced. Angie Scott, JD: Angie Scott, JD received her BA in sociology from the Ohio State University and her law degree from the University of Notre Dame Law School. She was a forensic interviewer at CASIE Center in South Bend, Indiana where she interviewed over 600 children and served as a faculty member for Finding Words, IN. Ms Scott, a training and organizational development professional with over 15 years experience now oversees Half a nation by 2010 and Finding Words for the National Child Protection Training Center (NCPC) at Winona State University. She is an attorney with the American Prosecutor´s Resource Institute (APRI). She presents nationally on the topic of child abuse. |
