Discuss the Public Health Approach and what makes it unique from other approaches to prevention and intervention?
What will be an ideal response?
The public health approach is unique in that it focuses on the carer–child interaction rather than by the effects on the child; it also focuses on a child rights-based approach emphasizing and supporting the child’s right to be free from maltreatment,whereas more conventional child protection approach waits for the maltreatment and ensuing consequences before getting involved.
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Which of the following statements about the Spearman-Brown prophecy formula is FALSE?
a. The formula allows researchers to use a split-half reliability estimate to determine internal consistency. b. The formula is used to predict what will happen if more items are added to a given scale. c. The formula provides a value that indicates the correlation between observed scores on two alternate test forms. d. The formula provides a means through which researchers can conclude the internal consistency of a test or scale.
Providing wrap around services becomes an important component of the programs that ensure the safety of the public and prevent
A. victimization. B. protection. C. captivation. D. recidivism.
In evaluating the purpose, a poorly written intent or goal or a study is a problem because the reader may not know whether the researchers have accomplished a/an __________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Which type of group is more likely to promote greater cohesiveness among group members and may be more productive in helping members achieve stated goals?
a. closed group b. open group c. task/work group d. psychoeducational group