One in Ten

This episode features a live conference panel discussion led by NCA CEO, Teresa Huizar, at the 2025 NCA Leadership Conference. Highlighting their theme of 'Everyday Champions,' the discussion features three inspiring survivor advocates: Jenna Quinn, Jimmy Widdifield, and Dr. Danielle Moore. Each panelist shares their experiences, challenges, and motivations for becoming public voices for change. They delve into critical topics such as survivor involvement, the importance of trauma-informed approaches, and the ethics of utilizing survivor stories. Practical advice and personal anecdotes emphasize the importance of support, authenticity, and the avoidance of exploitation or tokenism. The segment concludes with each panelist offering insights into best practices for inviting and amplifying survivor voices in a respectful and ethical manner.Time  Topic00:00 Introduction01:25 Panel Introduction and Survivorship02:27 Jenna Quinn's Story and Advocacy03:36 Jimmy Widdifield's Experience and Work04:32 Dr. Danielle Moore's Mission and Advocacy05:37 The Importance of Survivor Inclusion07:30 Deciding to Go Public: Personal Stories15:45 Handling Media and Public Speaking30:29 Ethics of Sharing Trauma Narratives33:17 Ethical Considerations in Survivor Storytelling36:03 Avoiding Tokenism and Ensuring Authentic Input40:53 Creating a Supportive Environment for Survivors45:14 Positive Experiences and Lessons Learned50:53 Cautionary Tales and Advice54:37 Key Takeaways for Working with Survivors57:48 Final Thoughts and EncouragementSupport the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

In this episode of “One in Ten,” host Teresa Huizar speaks with Dr. Lisa Nichols, an assistant professor at the University of Northern Colorado, to discuss the challenges faced by child abuse detectives. The episode delves into the complexities and emotional toll of child sexual abuse investigations, highlighting findings from Dr. Nichols' study. Key themes include understaffing, high turnover, funding issues, the emotional impact on detectives, and communication challenges with Child Protective Services (CPS). Dr. Nichols emphasizes the need for better support and resources, including culturally competent mental health services, to improve the wellbeing and effectiveness of these law enforcement professionals.  Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction: Detectives in Crisis 02:10 Interview with Dr. Lisa Nichols 04:00 Study Design and Methodology 06:09 Key Findings: Funding and Emotional Toll 15:13 Challenges of High Turnover 31:42 Communication Issues with CPS 39:08 Implications for Policy and Practice 42:56 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Resources:“It's Like We Never See the Light at the End of theTunnel”: Law Enforcement Perceptions on StakeholderCollaboration and Resources at CACs in a SouthernState; Journal of Child Sexual Abuse; February 2025Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

In this episode of One in Ten, host Teresa Huizar talks with researcher Kotomi Yokokura about the critical issue of educator sexual misconduct and the role of electronic communication in these offenses. Yokokura shares her personal motivation and findings from her study, which reveals the alarming prevalence of misconduct, including frequent use of social media and messaging apps for grooming. They discuss the need for clearer policies, better informed consent from parents, and the implications of increased technology use in education post-pandemic. They also highlight the challenges and potential solutions in protecting students both online and offline.  Time Stamps:00:00  Introduction and Episode Overview 01:33  Meet Kotomi Yokokura: Personal Journey and Research 02:58  Understanding Educator Sexual Misconduct 05:07  The Role of Electronic Communication in Misconduct 05:42  Data and Findings from Disciplinary Records 08:54  Characteristics of Offending Educators 14:05  Impact on Students and Parental Awareness 21:31  Policy Recommendations and Future Research 34:50  Conclusion and Final ThoughtsResources:Educator Sexual Misconduct: A Description of Electronic Communication Use; Journal of Child Sexual Abuse; January 2025Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

In this episode of One in Ten, host Teresa Huizar speaks with Dr. Melissa Bright, founder and executive director of the Center for Violence Prevention Research. They discuss the What's OK Helpline, a groundbreaking initiative designed to help youth with problematic sexual behaviors seek intervention and support. Dr. Bright shares insights from her research and experiences with the helpline, highlighting the surprising number of young people proactively seeking help for their behaviors and the importance of early intervention. The episode sheds light on how this service is changing narratives around youth and sexual harm, offering hope and practical solutions for prevention and support. Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction to Today's Episode 01:28 Meet Dr. Melissa Bright 01:40 The What's Okay Helpline: Origins and Purpose 03:19 How the Helpline Operates 06:22 Advertising and Demographics 11:22 Youth Concerns and Helpline Impact 21:32 Challenges and Misconceptions 25:08 The Role of Social Media 26:19 Research Insights and Future Directions 36:07 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Resources:Dr. Melissa Bright is the Executive Director of the Center for Violence Prevention Research.Groundbreaking research on sexual harm caused by youth will strengthen prevention strategies; Center for Violence Prevention Research; March 19, 2023What's OK HelplineSupport the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

Host Teresa Huizar speaks with Dr. Emily Putnam-Hornstein and Dr. Sarah Font, co-principal investigators of Lives Cut Short, about the persistent issue of child abuse fatalities and why progress in reducing these deaths has stalled. The episode delves into the emotional impact of child abuse cases, the challenges of accurate data collection, the reluctance to discuss child safety, and the need for systemic changes. They also highlight the importance of transparency and evidence-based interventions, and recommend practical steps that policymakers can take to better protect vulnerable children.Editor's note: Dr. Font's connection during the interview was inconsistent due to a storm in her area, leading to some glitches in her audio that we worked to troubleshoot. We apologize for the lower quality. Please see transcript for clarity in Dr. Font's answers.Time and Topic00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview00:30 Personal Story: The Case That Stuck02:35 Interview with Dr. Emily Putnam-Hornstein and Dr. Sarah Font04:14 Challenges in Child Abuse Fatality Data08:10 State-Level Data and Reporting Issues25:10 Policy Recommendations and Future Directions47:44 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsResources:Drs. Emily Putnam-Hornstein and Sarah Font are co-principal investigators of Lives Cut Short, a join project of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and the American Enterprise Institute.Maryland recorded an alarming rise in child deaths from abuse and neglect. No one noticed; Jessica Calefati, The Baltimore Banner; February 3, 2025One in Ten; Prediction as Prevention, with Dr. Emily Putnam-Hornstein; Season 1, Episode 7, August 5, 2019Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

In this episode of One in Ten, host Teresa Huizar talks with Dr. Rebecca Rebbe, an assistant professor at UNC Chapel Hill School of Social Work, to delve into the complex intersection of child abuse and domestic violence. The discussion covers the co-occurrence of these issues, especially affecting very young children, and addresses concerns about overexposure to foster care. They examine the challenges of identifying and managing cases involving domestic violence, neglect, substance abuse, and mental illness. Dr. Rebbe elaborates on her research using data from California's child welfare system to shed light on safety assessments, substantiation rates, and the implications for out-of-home placements. The episode highlights the importance of tailored interventions, multidisciplinary collaboration, and the need for improved data to better understand and address these multifaceted cases. Time Stamps:00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:18 Guest Introduction: Dr. Rebecca Rebbe 01:45 Research Background and Initial Findings 04:16 Understanding Domestic Violence Exposure 05:21 Research Questions and Methodology 07:11 Failure to Protect: A Controversial Paradigm 11:52 Prevalence and Impact of Domestic Violence in CPS Cases 20:34 Co-occurring Issues and Case Complexity 22:47 Reporting and Substantiation Challenges 32:45 Policy Implications and Future Research 38:33 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsSupport the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

In this episode of One in Ten, Teresa Huizar speaks with Katie Connell, a forensic interviewing expert and retired FBI unit chief, about the impact of mass violence on children. They discuss the prevalence of mass violence incidents, the importance of trauma-informed care for child witnesses, and the evolving roles of Children's Advocacy Centers (CACs) in these tragic events. The conversation explores challenges and strategies in interviewing child witnesses, the need for strong community partnerships, and long-term impacts on affected communities. Insights are also shared on supporting the resilience of first responders and the critical role of CACs in providing ongoing support to traumatized children. Time Stamps:00:00 Introduction to the Episode 00:26 Understanding Mass Violence 01:07 Impact on Children and Trauma-Informed Care 01:47 Interview with Katie Connell 02:18 Defining Mass Violence Incidents 03:50 Role of CACs in Mass Violence 06:10 Case Study: Columbine and Its Long-Term Effects 09:48 Challenges and Considerations for Forensic Interviewers 12:09 Federal and Local Law Enforcement Collaboration 21:56 Community Partnerships and Long-Term Support 27:00 Supporting Responders and Secondary Trauma 35:17 Final Thoughts and Reflections Links:FBI-NCA MOU (memorandum of understanding) began in 2015 and was updated in 2022; it ensures our law enforcement partners have access to CAC services needed to investigate and prosecute federal child abuse casesSupport the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

In this episode of One in Ten, Teresa Huizar interviews Dr. Luciana Assini-Meytin from the Moore Center for the Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. They discuss the effectiveness of policies and procedures implemented by various institutions to prevent and respond to child sexual abuse over the past two decades. The conversation explores boundary-violating behaviors, the role of codes of conduct, and the impact of these measures on child safety. The episode highlights research findings showing a decline in abuse within some organizations, while also identifying areas needing further improvement. Dr. Assini-Meytin shares valuable insights for parents and child abuse professionals on maintaining and observing professional boundaries to protect children. Time Stamps: 00:00 - Introduction and Episode Overview 01:24 - Guest Introduction: Dr. Luciana Assini-Meytin 01:33 - Research Background and Methodology 04:10 - Understanding Boundary Violating Behaviors 11:27 - Key Findings and Implications 17:20 - Challenges and Future Directions 33:15 - Practical Advice for Parents and Professionals 37:50 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts Links:Luciana C. Assini Meytin, Ph.D., MS is an Associate Scientist at the Moore Center for the Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.Assini-Meytin, L. C., McPhail, I., Sun, Y., Mathews, B., Kaufman, K. L., & Letourneau, E. J. (2024). Child Sexual Abuse and Boundary Violating Behaviors in Youth Serving Organizations: Child Maltreatment.Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

In this episode of One in Ten, host Teresa Huizar speaks with Dr. Meg Sullivan, former Acting Assistant Secretary for the Administration of Children and Families, about the efforts and policies of the Biden administration in child welfare. The discussion explores challenges like preventing child abuse, the effectiveness of foster care placements, and strategies for addressing family neglect without primarily associating it with poverty. Dr. Sullivan highlights significant achievements, ongoing challenges, and promising practices like the Family First Prevention Act, which emphasizes preventative measures to keep families together. The conversation also touches on innovative programs that provide direct financial assistance to families and youth at risk of homelessness. Additionally, there is a focus on the work being done to address human trafficking, emphasizing the need for continuous investment and collaboration to tackle these critical issues. Time Stamps:  00:00 Introduction to Today's Episode 01:21 Meet Dr. Meg Sullivan 01:25 Dr. Sullivan's Career Journey 03:38 Challenges in Child Welfare 05:49 Policy Changes and Their Impact 06:46 Family First Prevention Act 08:31 Addressing Neglect and Poverty 12:52 Promising Practices and Innovations 22:59 Human Trafficking Prevention 27:45 Unfinished Business and Future Hopes 35:18 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Links: Dr. Meg Sullivan, MD, MPH, is a former Acting Assistant Secretary for the Administration of Children and FamiliesFamily First Prevention Services ActTemporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Work RequirementsSupport the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

In this episode of 'One in Ten,' host Teresa Huizar interviews Dr. Jane Silovsky, Director of the Center of Child Abuse and Neglect at the University of Oklahoma, Health Sciences Center. They discuss the often-overlooked issue of sibling sexual abuse and preschool-aged children, examining risk factors, prevalence, and the challenges in addressing this sensitive topic. Key points include the difference in behaviors between preschoolers and older children, the role of maltreatment, and the impact of exposure to sexual content online. Dr. Silovsky emphasizes hope through effective treatment and offers practical advice for child abuse professionals on handling these cases with empathy and understanding.Timestamps00:00 Introduction to the Episode 01:29 Welcoming Dr. Jane Silovsky 01:59 Research on Preschoolers with Problematic Sexual Behavior 04:00 Defining Problematic Sexual Behavior in Young Children 05:50 Understanding Sibling Sexual Abuse 09:30 Impact of Family Dynamics and Exposure 11:54 Influence of Online Content and Technology 14:16 Details of the Study and Key Findings 21:31 Implications for Child Abuse Professionals 28:14 Prevention and Policy Recommendations 35:31 Concluding Thoughts and Acknowledgements  LinksJane Silovsky, Ph.D., is a professor of pediatrics at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. She serves as the CMRI/Jean Gumerson Endowed Chair, director of the Center on Child Abuse and Neglect, and director of the National Center on the Sexual Behavior of Youth.Nicole Barton, Cierra Henson, Kimberly Lopez, Emma Lambert, Jordan Simmons, Erin Taylor, Jane Silovsky,Characteristics of preschool-age children who engage in problematic sexual behaviors with siblings,Child Abuse & Neglect, 2024“Sexual Behavior in Youth: What's Normal? What's Not? And What Can We Do About It?” (Season 3, Episode 15, November 5, 2021)Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

In this episode, titled 'What Adult Survivors Tell Us About Grooming,' Teresa Huizar interviews Dr. Elizabeth Jeglic, a leading researcher on grooming behaviors. They discuss Dr. Jeglic's recent study involving adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse and the prevalence of grooming behaviors. Dr. Jeglic elaborates on the stages of grooming and details specific red flag behaviors that indicate potential grooming. The conversation emphasizes the importance of educating children, parents, and teachers to recognize and prevent grooming. They also touch on policy implications and the need for evidence-based prevention programs. This episode serves as a deep dive into the mechanisms of grooming and offers practical advice for safeguarding children.Time Stamps:00:00  Introduction to Grooming Behaviors01:34  Dr. Elizabeth Jeglic's Journey into Grooming Research03:10  Defining and Identifying Grooming05:03  Red Flag Behaviors in Grooming06:28  Prevalence and Impact of Grooming10:01  Survivor Stories and Insights19:20  Prevention Education and Public Policy27:52  Future Research and Concluding ThoughtsLinks:Elizabeth L. Jeglic, Ph.D., Department of Psychology, John Jay College of Criminal Justice, City University of New York"How Good Are Parents at Recognizing Grooming?" (Season 6, Episode 7, May 30, 2024)“The Real Red Flags of Grooming” (Season 5, Episode 4, March 24, 2023)Winters GM, Jeglic EL, Johnson BN, Chou C. The prevalence of sexual grooming behaviors among survivors of childhood sexual abuse. Child Abuse Negl. 2024 AugFor more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org.  And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

In this episode of One in Ten, host Teresa Huizar speaks with Arturo Garcia, a doctoral researcher at the University of South Florida, about child sex trafficking and its intersection with foster care. They delve into the factors contributing to child sex trafficking, the vulnerabilities tied to foster care, and the reasons why children run away from safe environments. Garcia discusses his research on behavioral analysis and its application in understanding and mitigating these issues. The conversation highlights the importance of multidisciplinary approaches and interventions, as well as the need for systemic changes and better connectivity among support services. Topics in this episode00:00 Introduction to the Episode01:21 Meet Arturo Garcia01:38 Arturo's Journey into Child Welfare03:13 Understanding Scoping Reviews04:42 Prevention vs. Intervention in Child Trafficking06:42 Behavior Analysis in Child Welfare15:11 Multidisciplinary Approaches18:17 Challenges in Foster Care22:54 Behavioral Insights on Running Away31:42 Arturo's Wishes for Child Welfare36:51 Conclusion and Future WorkSupport the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

In this episode of One in Ten, Teresa Huizar interviews Dr. Melanie Nadon from the University of Illinois, Urbana Champaign, about the intricacies of mandatory reporting in child abuse cases. The discussion delves into the disparities in report substantiations by educators compared to other professionals, the influence of socio-political shifts on welfare referrals, and the challenges of over-reporting. The conversation highlights findings from Dr. Nadon's recent study, shedding light on the complex interplay between poverty, race, and the child welfare system. The episode emphasizes the need for refined mandatory reporting training and better public policy solutions to support families effectively.Time Stamps:00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview00:18 Guest Introduction: Dr. Melanie Nadon00:48 The Disparity in Child Abuse Reporting01:38 Motivations Behind the Study01:56 Impact of the Pandemic on Welfare Referrals03:27 Understanding Mandatory Reporting05:48 Educators and Mandatory Reporting10:14 Hypotheses and Surprising Findings13:56 Role of Medical and Legal Professionals16:16 Implications of Prior Maltreatment22:26 Poverty and Child Welfare37:53 State vs. County Administered Systems44:58 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsSupport the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

In this episode of One in Ten, host Teresa Huizar converses with Klejdis Bilali, a doctoral researcher at the University of South Florida's Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Lab, about the intricate connections between childhood abuse, substance abuse, and the commercial sex industry. The dialogue explores the intergenerational pathways leading to involvement in the sex trade, particularly focusing on the specific vulnerabilities faced by mothers. The discussion delves into the emotional and psychological impacts of child custody relinquishment among trafficked women, the ethical dilemmas they face, and the socioeconomic stigmas surrounding substance-using mothers. It also addresses the systemic gaps in support systems, advocating for more compassionate, nuanced, and long-term care for affected families. The episode highlights findings from various studies and emphasizes the importance of sustained research and compassionate intervention to holistically support trafficking victims.Time Stamps:00:00 Introduction to the Episode01:34 Guest Introduction: Klejdis Bilali01:38 Klejdis Bilali's Journey into Research02:42 Defining Commercial Sex Work03:59 Links Between Child Abuse and Sex Trafficking05:38 Vulnerabilities of Mothers in the Sex Trade07:35 Substance Abuse and Control Tactics09:41 Challenges in Child Custody for Trafficked Mothers11:27 Intergenerational Trauma and Victimization13:25 Study Hypotheses and Findings18:04 Foster Care and Trafficking19:30 Attachment Issues in Foster Care19:50 Challenges in Child Welfare System21:37 Substance Abuse and Familial Influence23:01 Ethical Dilemmas in Custody Decisions26:11 Support Systems and Family Dynamics31:51 Research Gaps and Future Directions35:15 Advice for Professionals and Policymakers38:05 Encouragement for Students and Final ThoughtsSupport the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

In this episode of 'One in Ten,' host Teresa Huizar interviews Amy Adams, a Ph.D. doctoral researcher at the University of Birmingham, about the complex and often overlooked issue of sibling sexual abuse. They discuss the challenges surrounding the disclosure and identification of such cases, the family dynamics involved, and the societal stigmas associated. Amy shares her extensive research findings from the National Sibling Sexual Abuse Project, including the prevalence, family stressors, and the need for whole-family, trauma-informed approaches to intervention. The conversation highlights the importance of public awareness and comprehensive support systems to help families navigate the repercussions of sibling sexual abuse.  Time Stamps: 00:00: Introduction to One in Ten 01:36: Meet Amy Adams: Researcher on Sibling Sexual Abuse 01:50: The National Sibling Sexual Abuse Project 05:17: Exploring the Prevalence of Sibling Sexual Abuse 08:27: Public Perception and Family Dynamics 28:35: Disclosure and Family Reactions 35:36: Implications for Practice and Future Research 40:03: Conclusion and Final Thoughts Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

In this episode of "One in Ten," host Teresa Huizar speaks with Dr. Zirui Song, an Associate Professor of Healthcare Policy and Medicine at Harvard Medical School, about the extensive impact of firearm injuries on children and their families. They discuss the often overshadowed effects of these injuries, such as the long-term trauma and significant healthcare costs. Dr. Song shares findings from his research, which reveals that not only do surviving children face increased physical pain, psychiatric disorders, and substance use, but their families also suffer substantial mental health impacts and financial strains. They delve into the demographics of injured children, highlighting that older children in their teenage years are often more affected than younger ones. The conversation also emphasizes the importance of gun safety measures, such as gun locks, and the role of healthcare professionals in prevention. Dr. Song's research calls attention to the broader societal and economic implications of firearm injuries, urging public health and policy interventions. The episode underscores the necessity for comprehensive support and preventive strategies to mitigate the devastating consequences of firearm injuries on children and their families.Time Stamps:00:00 Introduction to Firearm Injuries in Children01:44 Interview with Dr. Zirui Song03:09 The Impact of Firearm Injuries on Families06:15 Prevalence and Demographics of Firearm Injuries19:00 Psychological and Physical Effects on Survivors29:31 Economic Burden of Firearm Injuries33:28 Employer and Public Policy Implications39:07 Future Research and Final Thoughts47:18 Conclusion and Call to ActionSupport the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

In this episode of One in Ten, Teresa Huizar speaks with Gaelin Elmore, Youth Advocate, Speaker, and Belonging Champion. They discuss the significant impact of belonging on children who have faced adversities, and how child abuse professionals can incorporate belonging into their work to foster better outcomes. Gaelin shares his personal journey of resilience and the profound importance of belonging in his life, highlighting practical steps for professionals to create environments that foster belonging for the youth they serve. Learn more about Gaelin at his websiteTime Stamps: 00:00 Introduction to the Episode 02:02 Meet Gaelin Elmore 02:50 Gaelin's Journey to Belonging 13:09 The Role of Safety and Connection 17:17 Belonging in Child Advocacy 38:28 Public Policy and Belonging 42:55 Final Thoughts and Takeaways Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

Why Don't More Teachers Report Abuse? Understanding the Challenges and SolutionsIn this episode of 'One in Ten,' host Teresa Huizar speaks with Amanda Glouchkow, a Research Assistant at the University of Ottawa, about the complexities teachers face in identifying and reporting child abuse. They discuss the accuracy of teachers identifying various forms of abuse, the inconsistency in reporting, and the international differences in training and cultural norms. The conversation explores underlying factors such as teacher training, beliefs, and systemic support, highlighting the need for better preparation and support for teachers as mandatory reporters. Amanda also shares surprising findings from her research and emphasizes the importance of improving training and support for educators.Glouchkow's study:Glouchkow, A., Weegar, K. & Romano, E. Teachers' Responses to Child Maltreatment. Journ Child Adol Trauma 16, 95–108 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40653-022-00473-2  Topics in this episodeTime    Topic00:00   Introduction and Episode Overview01:18   Meet Amanda Glouchkow: From Design to Child Abuse Research02:52   Global Variations in Child Abuse Reporting05:58   Barriers to Child Abuse Detection and Reporting11:03   Surprising Findings on Abuse Identification15:48   Study Design and Methodology28:02   Implications for Training and Support35:28   Future Research and Final ThoughtsSupport the Show.Did you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

How do we persuade people more effectively and more authentically? And how does telling our own leadership story help those we're trying to persuade to trust us and what we're trying to do? Storytelling, and using it to make human connections, is a key part of the answer. We spoke with Sally Zimney, the author of Speaking Story, to learn more. Topics in this episode:02:41 – Origin story06:22 – Storytelling is having a moment11:27 – Female leaders, storytelling, and leadership15:14 – What is a story?16:58 – Misconceptions about storytelling19:33 – Find your own story29:52 – What the audience needs from you33:06 – How do you want people to feel?35:13 – Editing37:49 – Terrible advice39:39 – Preparing (great advice)44:46 – Perfection kills connection51:01 – For more information Links:Sally Zimney is the author of Speaking Story; visit her website at bemoved.comSally was the closing speaker at the 2024 NCA Leadership ConferenceFor more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the Show.Did you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

Black children and other children of color are less likely to be believed when reporting sexual violence and are considered less credible by jurors. But in multidisciplinary team settings, we pride ourselves on openly discussing all aspects of a case and coming into a case neutrally and allowing the disclosure and any corroborating evidence to determine the future direction of a case. But are we overconfident in these factors being enough to avoid disparate substantiation rates in child sexual abuse cases? Dr. Maggie Stevenson joins us to talk about how race affects whether children who disclose sexual abuse are seen as credible.Topics in this episode:1:43 – Origin story5:06 – Previous research7:31 – Study design10:35 – Examining a difficult topic14:57 – Hypotheses20:06 – Findings23:26 – Advice for child abuse professionals28:43 – Policy implications31:27 – A small test of change33:05 – Next research37:08 – For more informationLinks:Margaret (Maggie) C. Stevenson, Ph.D., associate professor of psychology, Kenyon College“When Disclosure Fails to Substantiate Abuse: Child and Perpetrator Race Predict Child Sexual Abuse Substantiation,” by Margaret C. Stevenson and Molly A. Rivers, Child Maltreatment 2023, Vol. 28, Issue 4. DOI: 10.1177/10775595231157729Bette L. Bottoms, Ph.D.The Legacy of Racism for Children: Psychology, Law, and Public Policy, edited by Margaret C. Stevenson, Bette L. Bottoms, and Kelly C. Burke (Oxford University Press, 2020)Criminal Juries in the 21st Century: Psychological Science and the Law, (Oxford University Press, 2018)“Effects of victim and defendant race on jurors' decisions in child sexual abuse cases,” Bette L. Bottoms, Suzanne L. Davis, Michelle A. Epstein, Journal of Applied Social Psychology, Vol. 34, Issue 1. DOI: 10.1111/j.1559-1816.2004.tb02535.xFor more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the Show.Did you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

When it comes to child sexual abuse and exploitation, a new look at the U.S. shows we're not doing very well. The Economist Index Out of the Shadows Index report sets key indicators for performance on child sexual abuse and exploitation prevention and intervention. And it benchmarks against those indicators in 28 different states—and counting; there will eventually be another report.Sadly, but perhaps unsurprisingly, all states measured so far have struggled. And if this were a report card, the best performing state would only have a D. What this means for kids is that, as a nation, our safeguarding is wholly inadequate and our response system woefully underfunded.But it's not all doom and gloom. We invited Laura Avery and Katherine Stewart, the authors of the report, to talk to us about the report and how by being able to pinpoint weaknesses and challenges, we can develop state-specific roadmaps for improvement in child protection. If you haven't already read the report, please make sure you do. You can find a link to it in our show notes. And for a compass to better outcomes for kids, please take a listen.Topics in this episode:1:31 – Origin story4:49 – Tighten up the metrics7:36 – How states fared9:16 – What the index covers11:28 – Biggest weaknesses19:27 – Bright spots22:03 – State wealth; statutes of limitations29:32 – Expanding the study31:54 – Policy maker response35:00 – Magic wand42:36 – For more informationLinks:Laura Avery, senior analyst, Policy & Insights, Economist ImpactKatherine Stewart, principal, New Globalisation, and lead, Benchmarking, Policy & Insights, Economist ImpactFull 2024 U.S. report and state reports and the 2022 pilotGlobal report (2022)“America's Inconsistent Response to Child Sexual Abuse,” with Araceli Irurzun Pérez (Season 4, Episode 20; November 17, 2022)Childhood USA1990 Convention on the Rights of the ChildNCMECMarci Hamilton, “Radically Vulnerable: Achieving Justice for Survivors” (Season 1, Episode 10; September 30, 2019)Brave MovementPrevious episodes on preventionFor more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the Show.Did you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

Dr. Arline T. Geronimus coined the term “weathering” to describe the effects of systemic oppression—including racism and classism—on the body. In 2023, she published Weathering: The Extraordinary Stress of Ordinary Life in an Unjust Society to shine a light on the topic and offer a roadmap for hope. This summer, she joined us at the 2024 NCA Leadership Conference to share her research with child abuse professionals who have dedicated themselves to helping children go on to live happy, healthy lives. This is the conversation Dr. Geronimus had with Teresa Huizar, the CEO of National Children's Alliance and host of One in Ten podcast, in a plenary session at the conference. Topics in this episode:Origin story – 03:15What is weathering? – 10:10Physiological stress (not just three minutes of terror on the savannah) – 17:12When weathering starts – 28:33Our expectations of caregivers – 33:16Cost of resiliency – 40:20Solutions – 54:16 Links:Arline T. Geronimus, ScD, professor, health behavior and health education, School of Public Health, University of MichiganWeathering: The Extraordinary Stress of Ordinary Life in an Unjust Society, by Arline Geronimus (Little, Brown Spark; March 2023)Robert Sapolsky, Ph.D.The video version of this conversation will also be available on NCA's YouTube channel.For more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the Show.Did you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

Would you recognize grooming if you saw it? We all think we know what it means, but that doesn't mean we're any good at spotting it—even if we're parents determined to protect our kids from abuse. In fact, if anything, we're overconfident about our ability to recognize grooming behaviors. Dr. Elizabeth Jeglic returns to One in Ten to discuss recent research on the topic. Topics in this episode:00:09 – Origin story03:16 – What is grooming?05:52 – Study design and findings14:04 – Escalating behaviors15:38 – Overconfidence20:58 – Prevention education 29:04 – Intervention32:04 – Public policy implications35:15 – Future research38:17 – Abusive women41:01 – For more informationLinks:Elizabeth L. Jeglic, Ph.D., Department of Psychology, John Jay College of Criminal Justice, City University of New York“The Real Red Flags of Grooming” (Season 5, Episode 4, March 24, 2023)“Examining Parental Abilities to Recognize Sexual Grooming Behaviors of Child Sexual Abusers,” Lillian A. Steedman, Elizabeth L. Jeglic, Georgia M. Winters, Journal of Child & Adolescent Trauma, 2023. DOI:10.1007/s40653-023-00599-xLillian A. SteedmanGeorgia M. Winters, Ph.D.David Finklehor, Ph.D.For more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the Show.Did you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

All of us have had to give more thought to climate change and its effects in recent years. But to what degree have we yet reckoned with the way in which climate change may increase violence against children? Which children are most likely to be affected? What preventative measures can we take now to help mitigate that risk? And how should this knowledge shape our services to children and families, both now and in the future? We speak with Dr. Jorge Cuartas, assistant professor of applied psychology at New York University and senior consultant on violence against children at the World Bank.Topics in this episode:00:09 – Origin story03:13 – The strain on families and communities05:57 – Displaced families, family separation08:07 – Effect on marginalized communities12:02 – Slow violence and mental health18:45 – Anxiety, resilience, and climate change23:24 – Advice for policy makers27:10 – Advice for child abuse professionals34:11 – Future research39:10 – For more informationLinks:Jorge Cuartas, Ph.D., assistant professor of applied psychology at New York University; senior consultant on violence against children at the World Bank; co-director of the NGO Apapacho“Climate change is a threat multiplier for violence against children,” Jorge Cuartas, Amiya Bhatia, Daniel Carter, Lucie Cluver, Carolina Coll, Elizabeth Donger, Catherine E. Draper, Frances Gardner, Bess Herbert, Orla Kelly, Jamie Lachman, Najat Maalla M'jid, Frederique Seidel, Child Abuse & Neglect, 2023, 106430, DOI: 10.1016/j.chiabu.2023.106430.For more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the Show.Did you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

Cases involving problematic sexual behavior are between a quarter and a third of all cases of child sexual abuse that come through Children's Advocacy Centers. How do we understand this behavior in teens? What are risk factors and key opportunities to interrupt and disrupt this behavior? What do we know about evidence-supported treatment for these teens? And how may existing evidence-based treatments and approaches be shaped and applied? We speak with Dr. Melissa Grady at the School of Social Service at Catholic University and Dr. Jamie Yoder, assistant professor of social work at Colorado State University.Topics:01:50 – Origin story08:37 – Trauma and childhood adversity17:17 – Attachment23:47 – Why TF-CBT?32:09 – Findings41:32 – What's next?48:32 – For more information Links:Melissa Grady, Ph.D., professor, National Catholic School of Social Service at Catholic UniversityJamie Yoder, Ph.D., assistant professor of social work, Colorado State University.“Developing a trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy application for adolescents with problematic sexual behaviors: A conceptual framework,” M. D. Grady, J. Yoder, E. Deblinger, A. P. Mannarino, Child Abuse & Neglect, Volume 140, 2023, 106139, doi.org/10.1016/j.chiabu.2023.106139Jill Levenson, Ph.D., LCSWKevin Creeden, LMHC Elizabeth J. Letourneau, Ph.D.Tony Ward, Ph.D.William L. Marshall, Ph.D.Michael Miner, Ph.D. “Sexual Behavior in Youth: What's Normal? What's Not? And What Can We Do About It?” with Jane Silovsky, Ph.D. (Season 3, episode 15)“Understanding Kids With Problematic Sexual Behaviors,” with Geoff Sidoli, MSW, LCSW (Season 5, episode 21)“Tony and Esther and Judy”“TF-CBT: Helping Kids Get Better,” with Anthony Mannarino, Ph.D. (Season 5, episode 16)For more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the Show.Did you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

Child sex trafficking is not a new phenomenon. And thankfully, the general public and child abuse professionals have greater awareness than ever of it. But has the full story yet been told? To what extent has the experience of boys been a part of our understanding of sex trafficking of children and youth? What places boys at special risk for trafficking? What vulnerabilities do they have and how might that affect their recruitment? And how can we tailor programs to meet the unique needs and concerns of boys? Join us as we speak with Amanda Connella, graduate research assistant at the TIP Lab, and Dr. Sandra Stone, assistant dean for graduate studies at the University of South Florida, about how we can ensure that boys are no longer invisible victims.Topics in this episode:Origin story (01:14)Kids at risk of trafficking (05:17)Not enough service providers for boys (14:25)Not enough research (18:50)Misperceptions about boys (20:46)Prevention disconnected from data (26:02)Advice for parents (31:15)Advice for child abuse professionals (38:07)Public policy (47:40)For more information (50:27)Links:Amanda L. Connella, M.A., is a graduate research assistant at the TIP (Trafficking in Persons Risk to Resilience) Lab at the University of South Florida“The Invisible Victims of Commercial Sexual Exploitation: Boys and Their Barriers to Access to Services,” graduate thesis, Amanda L. ConnellaSandra Stone, Ph.D., professor and assistant dean for graduate studies, University of South FloridaJoan A. Reid, Ph.D., LMHCSelah FreedomColby Valentine, Ph.D.“Why Do People Believe Conspiracy Theories About Human Trafficking?”, with Maureen Kenny, Ph.D.NIJ, National Institute of JusticeBob's House of Hope“The Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children in New York City, Volume One: The CSEC Population in New York City: Size, Characteristics, and Needs,” by R. Curtis, K. Terry, M. Dank, K. Dombrowski, and B. Khan (September 2008); Center for Court Innovation and John Jay College of Criminal JusticeFor more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast site at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

Children with intellectual and developmental disabilities are more than three times more likely to experience abuse and neglect than children without these disabilities. We should see a prevention landscape filled with programs tailored to these children. Yet, as Dr. Melissa Bright from the Center for Violence Prevention Research tells us, few such programs exist, and even fewer have been researched for their effectiveness. Why does so little research exist on this uniquely vulnerable population? For child abuse professionals, how might we create or adapt prevention programs for these children? And how do we approach parents and caregivers who may have questions or concerns about prevention programming for their child? Take a listen.Topics in this episode:Origin story (01:35)Unique vulnerabilities (04:35)Why so few prevention programs? (07:41)Focus groups (11:05)State-required prevention education (20:56)Advice for child abuse professionals (25:42)You're not innovating if it doesn't work (29:10)Public policy implications (37:37)For more information (40:06)Links:Melissa Bright, Ph.D., founder and executive director of the Center for Violence Prevention Research“Parents' and professionals perspectives on school-based maltreatment prevention education for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities,” Csenge B. Bődi, Diana P. Ortega, LouAnne B. Hawkins, Tyler G. James, Melissa A. Bright, Child Abuse & Neglect, Vol. 145, 2023, 106428, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chiabu.2023.106428Erin's LawJenna's Law For more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

While the presence of child sexual abuse images in child sexual abuse cases is not new, the sheer scale and scope and ubiquity of it all is. The exponential growth in the trading of these images has created a sophisticated marketplace designed around exploiting children. Three guests join us today to discuss child sexual abuse materials online (CSAM): Elizabeth and Ted Cross and Stefan Turkheimer. What Liz and Ted set out to learn was the degree to which incest played into the production of this material, what types of sex acts those trading in CSAM were most interested in, and what ages were most common among the child victims. It's terribly disturbing but also important for us to understand in order to properly combat it.  We speak with Stefan about important policy implications. What can policy makers do to hold tech companies more responsible for preventing the proliferation of these materials? And how do we leverage the resources needed to serve victims? Please take a listen.Topics in this episode:The scope of the problem (2:06)A sea of red dots (4:16)Research design (12:35)Findings (20:41)Severity of abuse (24:03)The link with incest (28:45)Public policy (30:25)Implications for practice (38:29)For more information (41:25)Links:Elizabeth Cross, Ph.D., Cross Associates Research & Evaluation Services, LLC, and adjunct professor of social work and child advocacy at Montclair State UniversityTheodore Cross, Ph.D., senior research specialist – research professor, Children and Family Research Center at the University of Illinois Urbana-ChampaignStefan Turkheimer, vice president for public policy, RAINNNCMEC CyberTiplineChild Rescue Coalition Map and severity of abuse list from a presentation by Cross, Cross, Cooper, Turkheimer, and Bailey to the International Society for the Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect CongressInternet Crimes Against Children Task Force (ICAC)Camille CooperSection 230 of the Communications Decency ActEARN IT ActProject Safe Childhood ActChild Rescue ActFor more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

The rise in myths and conspiracy theories about human trafficking have been one of the most frustrating parts of being a child abuse professional over the past few years. It has been a deadly game of whack a mole, because as soon as one myth or conspiracy theory is debunked, yet another arises.Dr. Maureen Kenny, a professor of psychology at Florida International University, set out to explore why and how these conspiracy theories were endorsed by a diverse college population in hopes that this would give us insight into better education strategies for the wider public. If you have ever moaned and groaned your way through a media report with whackadoodle ideas about trafficking or rolled your eyes at a movie that depicted it all wrong, this episode is for you. Please take a listen.Topics in this episode:Origin story (1:55)What is human trafficking? (3:01)Why the uptick in myths and conspiracy theories? (5:06)Why we want to believe (13:13)Language choices (16:42)What kids need to know (18:49)Surprising findings (22:41)The scale of misinformation (24:41)Influencing the influencers (26:15)Future research (31:27)Advice for child abuse professionals (37:40)One bright note (38:50)For more information (40:10)Links:Maureen C. Kenny, Ph.D., professor, associate chair Academic Personnel and Diversity, Florida International University“Conspiracy Theories of Human Trafficking: Knowledge and Perceptions Among a Diverse College Population,” Maureen C. Kenny, Claire Helpingstine, and Tracy Borelus (2023), Journal of Human Trafficking, DOI: 10.1080/23322705.2023.2225367The study Teresa mentions: “‘Influencing the Influencers:' A Field Experimental Approach to Promoting Effective Mental Health Communication on TikTok,” Matt Motta, Yuning Liu, and Amanda Yarnell (2023); there are multiple news stories about the study, including a recent NPR article by Andrea Muraskin (January 5, 2024)Dr. Kenny suggests these websites to learn more about myths and facts of human trafficking:Polaris Project U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office on Trafficking In Persons, OUT OF THE SHADOWS: Exposing the Myths of Human Trafficking (hhs.gov) National Human Trafficking Hotline: Myths & Facts For more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

Geoff Sidoli joins us from NCA's Institute for Better Mental Health Outcomes to talk about kids with sexual behavior problems. Myths abound about why these kids act out, how treatable they are, and what treatment settings and methods may be most helpful. But research shows that these kids are treatable. So how do we set these kids on a better life trajectory and improve safety at home and in the community?Topics in this episode:Origin story (1:43)Risk factors (4:15)A range of behaviors (9:09)Myths and blind spots (12:18)Effective treatments (22:31)Research gaps (30:13)For more information (40:20) Links:Geoff Sidoli, MSW, LCSW, coordinator of mental health programs, NCA Institute for Better Mental Health OutcomesProblematic sexual behaviorsPatrick Lussier, Ph.D.James R. Worling, Ph.D., C.Psych.“20-year prospective follow-up study of specialized treatment for adolescents who offended sexually”“An Empirically-Based Approach for Prosecuting Juvenile Sex Crimes,” Paul Stern, JD“Impressions of child advocacy center leaders: How problematic sexual behavior in children and adolescents is perceived by community professionals”Jane Silovsky, Ph.D., appeared in Season 3, “Sexual Behavior in Youth: What's Normal? What's Not? And What Can We Do About It?”“Quantifying the Decline in Juvenile Sexual Recidivism Rates,” Michael F. Caldwell, PsyDBrian Allen, PsyD; the phase-based treatment modelTrauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)Melissa D. GradyAshley Fiore, MSW, LCSWKevin M. Powell, Ph.D.; resiliency and protective factors modelDaniel J. Siegel, MD Visit us at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

Homeschooling is the fastest-growing form of education in the U.S., a surge in popularity that crosses every demographic, political, and geographic line. Most parents who homeschool do so with their children's very best interests in mind. But what about that small but very critical percentage of parents who homeschool in order to hide their child from public view and abuse them? How do we create a policy environment that enhances safety for all children? And how can we factor a homeschool population into child abuse prevention and intervention efforts? Join us as we speak with Angela Grimberg from the Coalition for Responsible Home Education.Topics in this episode:Origin story (02:19)About homeschooling (04:38)Research (08:10)Public policy recommendations (11:04)Advice for child abuse professionals (14:47)Parents' reactions (20:31)Share and subscribe (22:42) Links:Angela Grimberg, executive director, the Coalition for Responsible Home EducationHomeschooling's Invisible Children databaseHomeschooling: Last Week Tonight With John Oliver (October 8, 2023) featured the Coalition11 states with no homeschooling notification requirements: Alaska, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Montana, New Jersey, Oklahoma, and TexasFor more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

In the U.S., there are at least 1.2 million immigrants from Middle Eastern and North African countries, and close to 4 million descendants from prior waves of immigration. Yet there's very little research on the experiences of those families with the U.S. child welfare system. What do we need to know to deliver relevant and culturally appropriate services? Are we affected by assumptions or stereotypes? Do we understand these families' unique challenges and strengths? Dr. Marina Bassili joined us to help us explore the topic.Topics in this episode:Origin story (1:53)What are MENA families? (4:25)Families' trauma history (9:15)Myths, stereotypes, biases (12:31)Cultural specifics to pay attention to (18:20)Corporal punishment (20:42)Advice for child abuse professionals (23:14)A cup of tea (31:42)Three takeaways (33:38)Good intentions don't stop racism (39:05)For more information (40:46)Links:Marina Bassili, PsyD, licensed psychologist and adjunct faculty, Pepperdine UniversityCenter of Excellence for Children in State CustodyGimel Rogers, PsyD, ABPP“Cultural Considerations for Families Involved in the Child Welfare System: A Focus on Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) Families,” Marina Bassili, PsyD; Gimel Rogers, PsyD, ABPP; APSAC Advisor, 2023 Number 2International Organization for Migration For more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

To truly address child physical abuse, we have to understand the scope of the problem and how the use of corporal punishment can escalate to the point in which children are harmed. What Dr. Amy Slep and her team did was to set up their research in such a way that it was truly anonymous, and parents could feel very safe to be completely honest about their use of corporal punishment and even their own self-identified physical abuse of their own children. As you will hear, parents admit—and to a shocking degree—physically disciplining infants, an unsafe practice that warrants help and support immediately. They admit a range of behaviors far beyond the spanking with an open hand that some of us might remember from childhood. And a heartbreaking number admit to physically disciplining—to the point of physical abuse—their own children, whether because of corporal punishment taken too far or out of frustration or anger. Topics in this episode:Origin story (02:49)What are corporal punishment and physical abuse? (05:31)How the study encouraged honesty (11:28)Studying military families (15:51)Family size and physical abuse (21:39)Physically disciplining infants (24:18)Public policy implications (31:57)What's next in research? (35:34)For more information (39:53) Links:Amy M. Smith Slep, Ph.D., professor, Family Translational Research Group, New York UniversityDSM – Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental DisordersICD – International Classification of Diseases“Glimpsing the Iceberg: Parent-Child Physical Aggression and Abuse,” Amy M. Smith Slep, Kimberly A. Rhoades, Michael F. Lorber, Richard E. Heyman (2022). Child Maltreatment, 0(0). DOI: 10.1177/10775595221112921Child Maltreatment report series from the Administration for Children and Families has the most recent official statisticsNational Survey of Children's Exposure to Violence, Juvenile Victimization QuestionnaireFamily Advocacy Program“Know the Signs: Physical Abuse,” Alaska Department of Family and Community Services, Office of Children's ServicesFor more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

If you listened to the last episode, you learned a lot about effective, evidence-based treatment—specifically, TF-CBT. But what do you do if, as a clinician and researcher, you see that a population of kids is not, perhaps, receiving the full benefit of that treatment? What Dr. Isha Metzger did in recognizing that TF-CBT could be shaped into an even more effective treatment for Black children and youth is groundbreaking work.This work in identifying racial stressors and racial traumas as compounding other forms of trauma has led to more tailored treatment. And her work identifying the inherent strength of Black families has been life-affirming and led to better engagement with treatment. Intrigued? Take a listen.Topics in this episode:Origin story (1:29)Racial stressors (5:06)The potential impact on kids (9:05)Racial socialization (12:05)A new application of TF-CBT (15:49)What clinicians worry about (22:51)Building clients' trust (27:05)Examples (34:51)Hope for the future (43:25)For more information (48:36)Links:Isha W. Metzger, Ph.D., licensed clinical psychologist, founder and director of The EMPOWER Lab, and assistant professor at Georgia State UniversityDr. Metzger previously appeared in “The Meaning of Healing for Black Kids and Families,” (Season 2, Episode 16; August 20, 2020)TF-CBT, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral TherapyTF-CBT and Racial Socialization implementation manual More resourcesNational Crime Victims Research and Treatment CenterMichael A. de Arellano, Ph.D.Esther Deblinger, Ph.D., Judith A. Cohen, MD, and Anthony P. Mannarino, Ph.D.“TF-CBT: Helping Kids Get Better,” with Anthony Mannarino (Season 5, Episode 16; October 16; 2023)SAMHSAJohn LewisPMR—progressive muscle relaxationThe C.A.R.E. Package for Racial HealingFor more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

In the mid-90s, little was known about how to effectively treat trauma, especially that trauma that can arise from child sexual abuse. Victims often languished in treatment for years with symptoms that might—or might not—ever improve. Then more research emerged on evidence-based treatments. These effective treatments—with Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) at the fore—were brief, reducing symptoms for many clients swiftly, and therefore swiftly getting kids back to their job of being kids. This has meant reduced suffering and improved healing for kids.The most exciting part of TF-CBT has been its ongoing evolution as applications have been developed for many different populations. What's next for TF-CBT? Take a listen to our conversation with Dr. Tony Mannarino, renowned expert in child trauma and one of the co-developers of TF-CBT.Topics in this episode:Origin story (1:41)The impact of TF-CBT (4:51)Evolving different applications of TF-CBT (9:38)The most used applications (12:16)Up next: Parental substance abuse (20:06)The development process (25:32)Kids fill in the blanks (31:43)See kids as resilient, not broken (36:47)Ukrainian therapists (42:25)For more information (45:04)Links:Anthony P. Mannarino, Ph.D., professor and chair; director, Center for Traumatic Stress In Children and Adolescents, Psychiatry and Behavioral Health Institute, Allegheny Health Network, Drexel University College of Medicine TF-CBT.orgEsther Deblinger, Ph.D.Judith A. Cohen, MDTF-CBT implementation manualsCenter for Traumatic Stress in Children and AdolescentsIsha W. Metzger, Ph.D., has previously been a guest on One in Ten (“The Meaning of Healing for Black Kids and Families”) and will join us on our next episode to discuss the new TF-CBT adaptation    Ashley Dandridge, PsyD.TF-CBT and Racial Socialization Implementation ManualFor more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

One of the most compelling problems in child sexual abuse prevention has been how to describe to parents, caregivers, and the general public exactly what signs to look for to identify concerns. Frankly, much of the discussion has been so general because, what might, with hindsight, have been a sign of abuse, might well in another setting be of no concern at all. Describing what grooming behaviors are has up until now been fraught and difficult.Now enter researcher Elizabeth Jeglic from John Jay College, whose research looks at which behaviors are most clearly linked to child sexual abuse. And even more importantly, it identifies red flag behaviors that any mandatory reporter, parent, or professional can recognize to sound the alarm. This research has the potential to revolutionize both mandatory reporter training and the prevention education we conduct with kids in schools. And wait until you hear the implications for investigators and prosecutors as well. This is a seminal piece of research, and one we are all going to be citing and referring back to for years to come. Please take a listen.This interview was originally published on March 24, 2023.Topics in this episode:Origin story (1:48)What is grooming? (4:12)The hindsight bias (7:20)High-risk grooming behaviors (8:56)The kids abusers target (12:05)Favoritism and trust development (17:34)Post-abuse maintenance (24:33)Implications for prevention (27:35)Implications for investigation (32:24)For more information (38:21)Links:Elizabeth Jeglic, Ph.D., is a researcher and professor of psychology at John Jay College of Criminal Justice. She is the co-director of the Sex Offender Research Lab at college. The co-author of two books, Sexual Violence: Evidence Based Policy and Prevention and Protecting Your Child from Sexual Abuse, she also blogs for Psychology Today  Georgia Winters, Ph.D., is an assistant professor in the School of Psychology and Counseling at Fairleigh Dickinson UniversityThe research paper we're discussing today is “Identification of red flag child sexual grooming behaviors,” by Elizabeth L. Jeglic, Georgia M. Winters, and  Benjamin N. Johnson. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chiabu.2022.105998 This is an open-access article under the CC BY-NC_ND license.Sexual Grooming ModelLevel of Concern GuidePost-abuse maintenance chartMegan's LawJenna's Law For more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at OnSupport the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

Research shows that about 75% of physical abuse starts as physical discipline gone terribly awry. We have years of data showing spanking is ineffective—and, in fact, harmful to kids. But often the topic is treated as a third rail by many child abuse professionals: avoided and ignored.We spoke to Stacie LeBlanc, CEO of The UP Institute and a champion of No Hit Zones. Why is it so difficult for child abuse professionals to discuss spanking with parents? How do we get past the culture wars on this topic? And how can we open a respectful conversation that moves beyond “Well, I turned out fine”? How can No Hit Zones help?This episode was originally published on May 7, 2020.Topics in this episode:Concerns for kids during the pandemic (1:17)Connection between spanking and physical abuse (2:53)The research (4:15)Poly-victimization and adverse childhood experiences (6:03)A common problem that's hard to talk about (8:05)Handling parents' objections (13:17)A respectful approach (21:00)Banning spanking, changing social norms (23:48)How to start a no-hit zone (26:23)For more information (34:06)Links:Stacie Schrieffer LeBlanc, MEd, JD, CEO of The UP InstituteNo Hit Zone ToolkitThe No Hit Zone concept was created in 2005 by Dr. Lolita McDavid at Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital in Cleveland, OhioElizabeth Gershoff, Ph.D.Painless ParentingNational No Hit Zone CommitteeStop SpankingU.S. Alliance to End the Hitting of Children has a list of organizations with policy statements on this topicAmerican Academy of Pediatrics put out a policy statement in November 2018Global Initiative to End All Corporal Punishment of Children has a map of global progress on the issueJHACO (“Jayco”) refers to the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations For more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at nationalchildrensalliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

We struggle to understand and talk about the link between poverty and child abuse. On the one hand, we know that not every poor family abuses and neglects their children, and we don't want to stigmatize families for their poverty. On the other hand, there is a growing body of literature on the cascading effects of poverty in the lives of families. Paul Bywaters, professor of social work at the University of Huddersfield, joins us today to discuss the relationship between poverty, inequality, and child abuse. How do we come alongside and stand with families in poverty who are struggling with child abuse and neglect? How do we examine our own policies and procedures to ensure that we're being genuinely helpful and not just adding to families' burdens? And how do we move beyond just talking about individual poverty to the growing disparity in means that is reinforcing structural inequality with implications for generations to come? Please take a listen. Topics in this episode:Origin story (00:09)The relationship between poverty and abuse and neglect (4:08)Poverty affects every aspect of your life (8:34)Impact on adult poverty (11:48)The effect of disparity (14:19)Standing alongside families (19:16)Policy solutions (25:08)What's next in research (36:55)For more information (40:20)Links:Paul Bywaters, Ph.D., professor of social work, School of Human and Health Sciences, University of Huddersfield The Relationship Between Poverty and Child Abuse and Neglect: New Evidence, by Paul Bywaters and Guy Skinner with Aimee Cooper, Eilis Kennedy, and Afra Malik, University of Huddersfield, March 2022 Michal Krumer-Nevo, Ph.D., YouTube video: FAQ on Poverty and Poverty Aware Practice Maslow's hierarchy of needs L. Anthony Loman, Ph.D. Gary Siegel, Ph.D. For more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

In most countries around the world, girls are disproportionately at risk of, and harmed by, both sexual abuse and exploitation. But we also know that all genders experience sexual violence. And every trauma victim and survivor deserves tailored treatment and care. So what do we know about how boys experience sexual exploitation? What are the unique stigmas and burdens that they bear? How do we tailor interventions to address their specific needs? And how do we ensure that every victim of every gender gets the help that they need to heal? Topics in this episode: Origin story (1:25) Not much research about boys (3:10) The survey (8:55) Positive examples (16:18) Three specific findings (23:58) Policy implications (31:15) What's next in research (36:04) For more information (38:51) Links: Mark Kavenagh, Ph.D., founder and director of Evident Consulting (LinkedIn) “Sexual exploitation of children: Barriers for boys in accessing social supports for victimization,” Mark Kavenagh, Nicholas Hua, Christine Wekerle, part of a special issue of Child Abuse & Neglect: Global Insights on the Sexual Exploitation of Boys, Vol. 142, Part 2, August 2023 ECPAT International Global Boys Initiative  “A global systematic scoping review of literature on the sexual exploitation of boys,” Corrine Moss, Savanah Jordan Smith, Katherine Kim, Nicholas Hua, Noella Noronha, Mark Kavenagh, Christine Wekerle “Frontline support services for boys who have experienced child sexual exploitation: A thematic review of survey data from seven countries,” Marie Nodzenski, Jarrett Davis Sunflower Centers in South KoreaJordan Greenbaum, MD, previously appeared on One in Ten: “The Trauma They Carried,” Season 3, Episode 10 (July 15, 2021) Thorn study, Self-Generated Child Sexual Abuse Material: Youth Attitudes and Experiences in 2021 “Growing Up Online: Addressing Child Sextortion,” with Katie Connell, MSW, (FBI); Season 5, Episode 5, of One in Ten (April 7, 2023) Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

Child sexual abuse is never a child's fault. Absolutely never. And it's unrealistic to expect children to somehow fend off the predations of adult offenders. But do jurors believe that? Dr. Jonathan Golding, professor of psychology at the University of Kentucky, asked: What do potential jurors believe about children and resisting abuse? How do these beliefs shape their understanding of who is responsible for that abuse? And how does this influence the outcome at trial? The results of his study are concerning and have implications not only for juror education but also education of the general public at large.Topics in this episode:Origin story (1:31)CSI effect and other extralegal factors (3:18)Hypotheses (9:44)Research results (12:02)Not their fault (15:48)College students and community members (18:09)A lack of progress on this issue (21:41)Implications for juror education (32:36)What's next in research (42:53)For more information (46:54)Links:Jonathan Golding, Ph.D., is a professor of developmental, social, and health psychology at the University of Kentucky College of Arts and Sciences“Impacts of Victim Resistance and Type of Assault on Legal Decision-Making in Child Sexual Assault,” Kyle P. Rawn, Mary M. Levi, Andrea M. Pals, Holly Huber, Jonathan M. Golding, Journal of Child Sexual Abuse, DOI: 10.1080/10538712.2023.2180468Gail S. Goodman, Ph.D., director of the Center for Public Policy Research at the University of California, Davis, previously appeared on One in Ten to discuss “How Accurate Is Memory After 20 Years?”Elizabeth Loftus, Ph.D.Kyle P. RawnSteven Ceci, Ph.D.For more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

For professionals, one of the saddest aspects of child sexual abuse is the way in which many victims struggle with blaming themselves for the terrible actions of others. This self-blame and feelings of guilt can cause suffering throughout a lifespan if it's left untreated. Many evidence-based interventions specifically target these negative feelings and erroneous thoughts. But how do children come to believe this in the first place? What makes children mistakenly believe that they're somehow responsible for the actions of adults? Dr. Jouriles' research set out to examine the relationship between whether and in what way caregivers' and peers' blame of victims influenced victims' self-blame. And, while the results may not be surprising, the implications certainly are for child abuse professionals. How do we talk to parents and caregivers at the very earliest points of disclosure about the importance of supporting their child? How do we provide caregivers support in a way that ensures that they themselves have the emotional resources and resiliency needed to provide support to their children? And most importantly, how do we ensure that children know and believe that abuse is never, ever their fault?Topics in this episode:Origin story (1:58)What are non-supportive responses? (3:42)Findings: the effect of non-supportive responses (10:46)Do the poor responses outweigh the good? (16:47)Advice for child abuse professionals (20:08)Future research needed (27:50)Engaging families in treatment (31:17)Rewarding work (38:46)For more information (40:47)Links:Ernest Jouriles, Ph.D., professor and co-director of the Family Research Center at SMU“Non-supportive responses to adolescents who have experienced sexual abuse: Relations with self-blame and trauma symptoms,” Ernest N. Jouriles, Melissa J. Sitton, Adrianna Adams, Mindy Jackson, Renee McDonald. Child Abuse & Neglect, 2022, Vol. 134. doi.org/10.1016/j.chiabu.2022.105885Dallas Children's Advocacy Center, Dallas, TexasWe discussed the Child and Family Traumatic Stress Intervention (CFTSI) with Dr. Carrie Epstein in “PTSD Interrupted?” (Season 5, Episode 2; February 17, 2023) For more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

In this panel discussion recorded at the 2023 NCA Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C., on June 6, 2023, Dr. Melissa Brymer, Dr. Angela Moreland, and licensed mental health counselor Melissa Sommerville who speak from their personal experience in responding to incidents of mass violence in Sandy Hook; Charleston, South Carolina; Buffalo, New York; and more. How can organizations that support children and families support healthy coping and identify evidence-based trauma and grief treatments when additional assistance is needed? How can we address the additional pain when these incidents target one's identity—race, ethnicity, gender identity, or religion? And how can we care for our own well-being and that of our staff, and create our own coping plan to help us get through these challenging times?Topics in this episode:Our objectives (0:10)Personal experiences (15:00)First steps  (19:54)Basic needs (35:11)Social media (41:34)Resources (44:42)Pause, Reset, and Nourish (48:19)Q&A (51:56)Links:Melissa Brymer, Ph.D., Psy.D., director of the Terrorism and Disaster Program at UCLA/Duke University's National Center for Child Traumatic StressAngela Moreland, Ph.D., associate professor of the National Crime Victims Research and Treatment Center at MUSC and associate director of the National Mass Violence and Victimization Resource CenterVision 21Melissa Sommerville, LMHC, project director of the Mobile Child and Family Trauma Treatment Team at Best Self Behavioral HealthNational Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN)National Center for PTSD (NCPTSD)Psychological First AidSkills for Psychological RecoveryChild Family Traumatic Stress Intervention (CFTSI)Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)Trauma and Grief Component TherapyAntiterrorism and Emergency Assistance Program (AEAP) grantTranscend NMVC appFor more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

In our culture, when we think of examples of leadership bravery, we often think of huge risk and very heroic images. Hollywood reinforces this with movies like Sully, about a pilot that landed his plane on the Hudson River, or war movies—really, too many to even name. And business TED Talks and articles likewise focus on turnaround artists or grandiose start-ups.Once we set aside the fictionalized accounts of gutsy leadership, how do we know what bravery in leadership really looks like? Our guest today, leadership coach and author Nicole Bianchi, argues for something more real and within the reach of every single leader: the next small brave move.What could that look like for us as child abuse professionals? For our organizations? And for our multidisciplinary teams? And how might we change ourselves and our agencies and the system for kids by making successive small brave moves?Topics in this episode:Origin story (1:34)Bravery is an acquired behavior (3:19)The top three fears (5:22)Examples of small brave moves (9:15)The process (15:16)When a small brave move doesn't go well (25:30)The table read (prepare!) (27:16)Working with teams (37:13)What's next for Nicole (40:28)Nicole at NCA's Leadership Conference (43:32)Links:Nicole Bianchi is a founding partner at Bravium HD, where she is a professional speaker, facilitator, and master coach designing and facilitating transformational workshops in leadership, team alignment, and culture-building Nicole's book is Small Brave Moves: Learn Why Little Acts of Bravery Are the Key to Life-Changing Leadership; her second book, about leaders learning to have tough conversations, will be released in August 2023She will give the closing keynote speech at the 2023 NCA Leadership Conference, June 5-7, 2023, in Washington, D.C.For more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

Everyone's heard of the vengeful ex-wife who accuses her ex-husband of child abuse just to get back at him during a divorce. There's even a scientific-sounding term for it: parental alienation. But is parental alienation real? And are judges taking allegations of abuse seriously enough? In this rebroadcast of one of our earliest shows, we speak to Prof. Joan Meier from George Washington University Law School who has some frankly startling data on the subject. How does alleging abuse affect custody decisions? Is there scientific proof that alienation exists? And what can we do to persuade the courts to do a better job of investigating abuse?Topics in this episode:Realizing children aren't being protected (1:30)Junk science: parental alienation syndrome (2:47)The myth of the vengeful ex-wife (7:57)Women are not considered as credible as men (13:15)Effects on custody decisions (20:54)What should the courts be doing? (23:54)Reaction by judges (29:52)Advice for child abuse professionals (32:54)For more information (36:20)Links:This episode originally aired on January 5, 2020 Joan S. Meier, professor of clinical law and director of the National Family Violence Law Center at the  George Washington University Law SchoolThe study referred to in this episode, “Child Custody Outcomes in Cases Involving Parental Alienation and Abuse Allegations,” and other research by Professor Meier are available on the law school's website“‘A gendered trap': When mothers allege child abuse by fathers, the others often lose custody, study shows,” is a Washington Post article about the study.Domestic Violence Legal Empowerment and Appeals Project (DV LEAP) provides pro bono appellate representation in compelling domestic violence cases and trains attorneys and courts around the countryDV LEAP's Legal Resource Library include briefs and court opinions, training materials, publications, links to domestic violence organizations, case digests, and custody resourcesFor more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at One in Ten podcast. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

In 1998, the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) study showed that traumatic events in childhood were common and could have lasting effects—on everything from SAT scores while we're in school to long-term physical health issues as adults. But are all ACEs created equal? In this rebroadcast of an intriguing interview from our first season, we invite Dr. Lisa Amaya-Jackson from the National Center for Child Traumatic Stress to discuss the benefits—and the limitations—of keeping score. Have we oversimplified the way in which we talk about ACEs? What's the role of the community in developing resilience? (And why does she think “resilience” is both a beautiful word and a burden?) What do we need to know to help survivors heal?Topics in this episode:Defining trauma (1:34)All ACEs were not created equal (5:29)The problem with oversimplification (8:58)How an ACEs assessment fits into the CAC rubric (20:23)Advice for child abuse professionals (26:20)Resilience and helping kids recover (29:43)What's coming up at NCTSN (40:53)Links:The original Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) studyNational Child Traumatic Stress NetworkNational Center for Child Traumatic StressResilience: The Biology of Stress and the Science of Hope (2016 documentary)Dr. Nadine Burke Harris, at TEDMED 2014, “How childhood trauma affects health across a lifetime”Prevent Child Abuse AmericaCore Curriculum on Childhood Trauma, including The 12 Core Concepts: Concepts for Understanding Traumatic Stress Responses in Children and FamiliesFor more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at One in Ten podcast. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

Online exploitation of children is sadly not a new phenomenon or topic. But what is new is the dramatic growth of sextortion cases. In “Growing Up Online: Addressing Child Sextortion,” we speak with Katie Connell. Katie is unit chief of the Child Victim Services Unit at the FBI. These cases—whether fueled by financial, sexual, or revenge motives—trade on children and youth's fear that nude or sexual images of them will be shared if they don't meet offenders' demands for money or more images. Tragically, the fear, shame, and stigma that victims feel has resulted in isolation, further exploitation, and even suicide. How do we prevent sextortion from happening in the first place? And if it does happen, what can we do in child abuse professionals to respond effectively and with compassion.Topics in this episode:Origin story (1:21)Types of cases FBI sees (3:40)What is sextortion? (5:15)What is fueling the growth in cases? (9:43)Who are the offenders? (13:00)How are children targeted? (15:54)Preventing and responding to cases (19:19)Public policy implications (30:47)Advice for child abuse professionals (34:58)For more information (38:53)Links and mentions:Katie Connell, MSW (Catherine S. Connell), unit chief, Child Victim Services Unit, FBI; child/adolescent forensic interview specialist in the FBI's Macomb County, Michigan Resident AgencyDebra Poole, Ph.D., experimental faculty, Department of Psychology, Central Michigan UniversityAPSAC, the American Professional Society on the Abuse of ChildrenKimberly Poyer, section chief, FBIMartha J. Finnegan, MSW, child/adolescent forensic interview specialist, FBITFO, task force officerInnocent Images CAFI, child and adolescent forensic interviewerFBI-NCA MOU (memorandum of understanding) began in 2015 and was updated in 2022; it ensures our law enforcement partners have access to CAC services needed to investigate and prosecute federal child abuse casesNCMEC, the National Center for Missing and Exploited ChildrenThornFor more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

One of the most compelling problems in child sexual abuse prevention has been how to describe to parents, caregivers, and the general public exactly what signs to look for to identify concerns. Frankly, much of the discussion has been so general because, what might, with hindsight, have been a sign of abuse, might well in another setting be of no concern at all. Describing what grooming behaviors are has up until now been fraught and difficult.Now enter researcher Elizabeth Jeglic from John Jay College, whose research looks at which behaviors are most clearly linked to child sexual abuse. And even more importantly, it identifies red flag behaviors that any mandatory reporter, parent, or professional can recognize to sound the alarm. This research has the potential to revolutionize both mandatory reporter training and the prevention education we conduct with kids in schools. And wait until you hear the implications for investigators and prosecutors as well. This is a seminal piece of research, and one we are all going to be citing and referring back to for years to come. Please take a listen.Topics in this episode:Origin story (1:48)What is grooming? (4:12)The hindsight bias (7:20)High-risk grooming behaviors (8:56)The kids abusers target (12:05)Favoritism and trust development (17:34)Post-abuse maintenance (24:33)Implications for prevention (27:35)Implications for investigation (32:24)For more information (38:21)Links:Elizabeth Jeglic, Ph.D., is a researcher and professor of psychology at John Jay College of Criminal Justice. She is the co-director of the Sex Offender Research Lab at college. The co-author of two books, Sexual Violence: Evidence Based Policy and Prevention and Protecting Your Child from Sexual Abuse, she also blogs for Psychology Today  Georgia Winters, Ph.D., is an assistant professor in the School of Psychology and Counseling at Fairleigh Dickinson UniversityThe research paper we're discussing today is “Identification of red flag child sexual grooming behaviors,” by Elizabeth L. Jeglic, Georgia M. Winters, and  Benjamin N. Johnson. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chiabu.2022.105998 This is an open-access article under the CC BY-NC_ND license.Sexual Grooming ModelLevel of Concern GuidePost-abuse maintenance chartMegan's LawJenna's LawFor more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

One of the most vexing questions in child abuse intervention is: How do we know that the work we do makes a difference? We can count the number of kids we serve and the services we provide, but how do we know this actually makes a meaningful difference in the quality of the multidisciplinary team response and to the children and families we serve every single day?We speak with Seth Boughton, director of data and innovative techniques at the Ohio Network of Children's Advocacy Centers, about how we measure the impact of our work. Our Outcome Measurement System, started a decade ago by the Children's Advocacy Centers of Texas includes caregiver feedback surveys, multidisciplinary team surveys, and youth feedback surveys. In the wake of our recent report, Healing, Justice, and Trust, we take stock of what we know about children's and families' outcomes, and further areas to explore.Topics in this episode:Origin story (2:02)Practical uses for data (3:45)Outcome Measurement System (6:39)Turning our assumptions on their heads (10:54)Benchmarks and their uses (15:29)ChildSafe (18:05)Using data with partner agencies (25:38)Future research needed (30:02)For more information (45:31)Links:Seth Boughton, MSW, is director of data and innovative techniques at the Ohio Network of Children's Advocacy Centers. He previously served as a research intern at National Children's Alliance and still consults with NCA from time to time, including on the 2022 edition of our Healing, Justice, and Trust report.Healing, Justice, and Trust 2022, a public version of the 2022 report. is available on our website; NCA members can access the member version with detailed data on NCA Engage; an Engage account is required.Outcome Measurement SystemChildren's Advocacy Centers of TexasCAC Census; some materials are for members and partners only E3 program, Enhance Early EngagementTF-CBT, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral TherapyEMDR, eye movement desensitization and reprocessingCACs and MDTs, Children's Advocacy Centers and multidisciplinary teamsChildSafe San Antonio story from NCA's 2021 Annual ReportMSW programs, master of social workNIJ, National Institute of JusticeNCMEC, National Center for Missing & Exploited ChildrenEyes Up AppalachiaSACWIS, Statewide Automated Child Welfare Information SystemSupport the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

We've learned so much about the trauma experienced by children who've been abused. We know about their clinical symptoms. We know how these affect their functioning at home and at school. And we know about the lifelong impacts of leaving these trauma symptoms untreated. We're grateful that not only child abuse professionals but your average citizen is now aware that victims of child abuse can develop PTSD at rates and severity to those of soldiers who've been to war.But is that cycle of abuse, trauma symptoms, and PTSD development inevitable? Is it possible to interrupt that cycle in such a way that symptoms reduce and PTSD never develops in the first place? CFTSI—the Child and Family Traumatic Stress Intervention—is an evidence-based intervention that can do just that for some kids. We speak with Carrie Epstein, co-director of the Yale Center for Traumatic Stress and Recovery and co-developer of CFTSI about how this brief, early intervention can help reduce symptoms in children and caregivers.Topics in this episode:Origin story (1:30)The development of CFTSI (5:42)What is CFTSI? (12:25)Different perceptions of symptoms: child and caregiver (19:18)The benefit to caregivers (21:40)Really? A short-term treatment? (29:15)Recent study of how CFTSI helps different groups (40:31)What's up next in research (47:30)For more information (53:33)Links:Carrie Epstein, LCSW-R, is the co-director of the Yale Center for Traumatic Stress and Recovery, an assistant professor at the Yale Child Study Center, and co-developer of the Child and Family Traumatic Stress Intervention (CFTSI)Safe Horizon (NY)Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN)Steven Marans, MSW, Ph.D., is the co-developer of CFTSI with Epstein“Child and Family Traumatic Stress Intervention (CFTSI) reduces parental posttraumatic stress symptoms: A multi-site meta-analysis; Hilary Hahn, Karen Putnam, Carrie Epstein, Steven Marans, and Frank Putnam; Child Abuse & Neglect, June 2019; doi: 10.1016/j.chiabu.2019.03.010“The Child and Family Traumatic Stress Intervention: Factors associated with symptom reduction for children receiving treatment”; Carla Smith Stover, Hilary Hahn, Kaitlin R. Maciejewski, Carrie Epstein, Steven Marans; Child Abuse & Neglect, December 2022; doi: 10.1016/j.chiabu.2022.105886Youth mental health: Current priorities of the U.S. Surgeon GeneralFor more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

What causes revictimization? How can we prevent it? There are common factors that contribute to child abuse and neglect that may affect any family: job stress, food insecurity, and intimate partner violence, to name just a few. But military families face additional stressors. Miranda Kaye, Ph.D., associate research professor at Penn State's Clearinghouse for Military Family Readiness, and her colleagues set out to examine what, at the individual, family, and community levels, contributed to revictimization. And the findings about community were perhaps some of the most surprising. Topics in this episode:Stressors on military families (2:13)Individual risk factors (7:13)Intimate partner violence and child maltreatment (11:28)Community risk factors (12:33)Families with high levels of support (19:56)Advice for child abuse professionals (24:04)Public policy (26:37)More research needed (28:04)Social isolation; making friends (31:11)More resources (35:11)Links:Miranda P. Kaye, Ph.D., is the director of the Survey Research Center and an associate research professor at the Clearinghouse for Military Family Readiness at The Pennsylvania State University“Factors Predicting Family Violence Revictimization Among Army Families With Child Maltreatment,” Miranda P. Kaye, Keith R. Aronson, and Daniel F. Perkins, Child Maltreatment, 2022, Vol. 27(3) 423-433. DOI: 10.1177/10775595211008997Family Advocacy ProgramU.S. Army Family Advocacy ProgramThe Thrive Initiative at Penn State, and Take Root Home VisitationParents as Teachers program Heroes at Home programA previous One in Ten episode about community risk factors: “Is Abuse  Contagious?” with Dr. Dyann Daley (October 8, 2020)For more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.   Support the show

When we think of the holidays, we often think of the sheer joy of it: Spending time with loved ones, eating favorite treats, and reflecting on bygone holidays full of those we love and traditions we love. But for many children and youth, the holidays are fraught, painful reminders of those missing from the holiday table, unexpected trauma triggers, and memories—not of sugarplums and nutcrackers, but of betrayal of trust and sexual violence.As child abuse professionals, how do we help survivors cope with both the highs and lows that the season can bring? How do we help kids heal from trauma and find renewal and peace not only in the holiday season, but all the rest of the year, too? And most of all, how do we help kids get back to being kids? We spoke with Michelle Miller, director of mental health programs here at National Children's Alliance, to learn how we can give kids their futures back during the holidays—and all the rest of the year. This is our last episode this year. Join us again in January for season 5 of One in Ten. Topics in this episode:Origin story (1:21)Why the holidays can be difficult for kids (2:40)Watch for these red flag behaviors (5:13)Be proactive to help caregivers and kids (8:45)How to handle your own concerns 13:38)Mental health crisis and a clinician shortage (17:04)Evidence-based treatments (25:06)Graduating from treatment (30:56)See you again in January! (35:36)Links:Michelle Miller, Ph.D., LCSW, is director of mental health programs at National Children's AllianceLearn more about evidence-based treatments and trauma-informed care at Children's Advocacy CentersU.S. Surgeon General information and resources on youth mental healthTrauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)Child and Family Traumatic Stress Intervention (CTFSI)Victims of Crime Act (VOCA)For more information about National Children's Alliance and the work of Children's Advocacy Centers, visit our website at NationalChildrensAlliance.org. Or visit our podcast website at OneInTenPodcast.org. And join us on Facebook at One in Ten podcast.Support the show