Consider the probable reaction of a 4-year-old who witnessed the sudden, violent death of a sibling. What interventions would be appropriate to help the preschool-age witness?
What are your thoughts on the Expanded ACEs questionnaire? Do you think it is important – why or why not?
Discuss the effect on a social worker who has been interacting with a child who has witnessed or experienced severe abuse. How can the worker process his or her own feelings and reactions?