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Child Witnesses

Children may be asked to testify in court against the alleged perpetrators of abuse and neglect.

Children's Testimony: A Handbook of Psychological Research and Forensic Practice
Westcott, Davies, & Bull (Eds.) (2002)
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An overview of current research and practice regarding child witnesses, with recommendations for professionals in the fields of forensic psychology, criminal justice, and child welfare.

Family Violence Litigation: Protecting the Child and Preparing Your Case -Family Violence Cases
ABA Center on Children and the Law
Child Law Practice, 21(11), 2003
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How legal advocates can protect child witnesses throughout the court process.

Legal and Social Issues Surrounding Closed-Circuit Television Testimony of Child Victims and Witnesses
Bennett
Journal of Aggression, Maltreatment and Trauma, 8(3), 2003
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Describes the various court procedures that have been implemented in the United States in an effort to minimize trauma or psychological or emotional harm.

Questions and Answers: The Credibility of Child Witnesses in the Context of Specific Questioning Techniques
Fivush, Peterson, & Schwarzmueller (2002)
In Memory and Suggestibility in the Forensic Interview
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Findings support the conclusion that open-ended who, what, where, and when questions result in the most accurate reports from children.

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Updated on September 18, 2008