When must suspected child abuse be reported?
A) no more than three days after it has occurred and been investigated
B) after the parents have been given a chance to mend their ways
C) after the program psychologist has had an opportunity to interview the child
D) None of the above

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Suspected child abuse must be reported immediately to the appropriate authorities, such as child protective services or law enforcement. There is no set timeframe for reporting and it should not be delayed for any reason, including giving parents a chance to change or waiting for the program psychologist to interview the child.

When Must Suspected Child Abuse Be Reported