In this episode of One in Ten, host Teresa Huizar engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Jim Hamilton, an associate professor adjunct at Yale School of Medicine, on the topic of medical child abuse. They explore the complexities of why caregivers might fabricate illnesses in their children, the significant discrepancies that pediatricians should look for, and the systemic issues that enable this form of abuse. Dr. Hamilton shares insights from his experience and research, including an innovative study using school nurses to understand the prevalence and detection of medical child abuse. The episode underscores the importance of early intervention, compassionate care, and preventing the escalation of such cases to protect children and support families. 

Time  Topic 

00:00 Introduction to Medical Child Abuse 

01:21 Dr. Jim Hamilton's Journey into Medical Deception 

04:19 Understanding Medical Child Abuse 

06:33 Indicators and Evidence of Medical Child Abuse 

09:52 The Role of Healthcare Professionals 

12:02 Complexities in Diagnosing Medical Child Abuse 

17:22 Systemic Issues and Parental Influence 

25:10 Legal Challenges and Case Studies 

26:14 The Chilling Reality of Medical Child Abuse 

27:16 Prevalence and Study Design Insights 

27:52 Understanding Medical Child Abuse: Rare or Not? 

31:15 The Role of School Nurses in Identifying Abuse 

36:04 Study Findings and Surprising Results 

43:00 The Importance of Early Intervention and Compassion 

51:40 Final Thoughts and Future Directions 

Resources

Prevalence of Suspected Medical Child Abuse in the School Setting: A Study of School Nurses - PubMed

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In this episode of 'One in Ten,' host Teresa Huizar speaks with Dr. Maggie Stevenson, Associate Professor of Psychology at Kenyon College, about the interplay between jurors' personal histories of child sexual abuse and their attitudes and decisions in similar cases. The conversation delves into Dr. Stevenson's meta-analysis study, which explores whether adult survivors of child sexual abuse exhibit more empathy toward child victims and examines the implications for jury selection. The discussion highlights how severity of past abuse impacts juror empathy, potential biases, and the need for more trauma-informed practices within the court system. The episode raises important questions about practical legal implications and suggests areas for future research to ensure fairness in child sexual abuse trials. 

Time Stamps: 

TimeTopic 

00:00 Introduction to Today's Topic 

01:28 Meet Dr. Maggie Stevenson 

02:06 Research Background and Study Design 

04:53 Key Findings and Implications 

10:17 Challenges in Defining Severity 

21:01 Practical Implications for the Court System 

26:04 Future Research Directions 

31:12 Conclusion and Final Thoughts 

Resources:

More Severe Juror Sexual Abuse Strengthens Empathy for Child Sexual Abuse Victims: Meta-Analyses - Tayler M. Jones-Cieminski, Margaret Stevenson, Bette L. Bottoms, 2025

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In this episode of One in Ten, host Teresa Huizar talks with Dr. Matt Kafafian from George Washington University about his research on how the COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped the nature of the characteristics of exploited youth served by a Children’s Advocacy Center. Dr. Kafafian discusses significant findings from studies examining post-pandemic changes in the identification and referral of commercially sexually exploited children and youth. They explore how shifts to online environments and evolving police and social service practices have impacted the demographics and types of exploitation cases being reported. Key points include the new challenges facing child abuse professionals, changes in risk factors, and the implications for screening tools designed to identify vulnerable youth. Dr. Kafafian also discusses emerging trends related to gender differences and mental health issues among exploited youth, highlighting the need for updated tools and approaches in the field. 

Time Stamps 

Time Topic 

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 

00:17 Guest Introduction: Dr. Matt Kavian 

00:48 Impact of the Pandemic on Youth Exploitation 

04:29 Pre-Pandemic Vulnerabilities and Risk Factors 

06:53 Changes in Youth Exploitation During the Pandemic 

08:39 Study Findings and Hypotheses 

24:20 Implications for Child Abuse Professionals 

26:35 Future Research Directions 

29:17 Acknowledgments and Conclusion 

Resources

Changing Profiles of Youth Referred for Commercial Sexual Exploitation before and since the Onset of COVID-19 in the United States - Matthew Kafafian, Ieke de Vries, Amy Farrell, Christen Asiedu, Elizabeth Bouchard, 2025

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 In this episode of 'One in Ten', host Teresa Huizar speaks with researcher Scarlet Cho, a doctoral student at the University of California Irvine, about the reluctance of trafficked youth to disclose their experiences to authorities. They explore the unique challenges these youth face, including complex relationships with their exploiters, mistrust of police and legal systems, and the adversarial nature of initial police interactions. Scarlet shares insights from her research on forensic interviews and court testimonies, highlighting the need for better rapport-building strategies and trauma-informed approaches to improve the disclosure process and support for these vulnerable adolescents. 

Time Stamps: 

Time  Topic 

00:00 Introduction to the Episode 

00:59 Understanding Reluctance in Trafficked Youth 

01:46 Scarlet Chip's Research Journey 

03:33 Developing a Coding Scheme for Reluctance 

04:44 Unique Challenges of Interviewing Trafficked Adolescents 

09:04 Study Hypotheses and Methodology 

12:09 Key Findings and Surprising Insights 

19:53 Implications for Practitioners 

30:12 Future Directions and Final Thoughts 

Resources:

Identifying novel forms of reluctance in commercially sexually exploited adolescents - PubMed

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In this episode of 'One in Ten,' host Teresa Huizar engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Rosaleen McElvaney, a clinical psychologist and lecturer in psychology at Dublin City University. They delve into the often-overlooked impact of child sexual abuse on non-abused siblings. The discussion covers topics such as the changes in sibling relationships post-disclosure, the psychological and emotional toll on non-abused siblings, and the challenges in providing adequate support. Dr. McElvaney shares insights from her research, which includes both a small qualitative study and a larger survey, emphasizing the need for more attention and resources dedicated to understanding and supporting the entire family affected by abuse. 

Time Stamps: 

Time. Topic 

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 

00:24 The Importance of Sibling Relationships in Abuse Cases 

02:01 Research Origins and Initial Findings 

11:56 Challenges and Surprises in Research 

16:54 Exploring Closeness and Emotional Support 

26:02 The Power of Belief in Family Relationships 

26:38 Survey Insights on Sibling Belief 

27:23 Ambivalence and Misunderstandings 

29:16 The Complexity of Disclosure 

31:04 Delayed Disclosure and Its Impact 

33:34 The Burden of Keeping Secrets 

34:33 Intra-Familial Abuse and Its Consequences 

39:06 Advice for Professionals 

43:23 Encouragement for Future Research 

Resources

“I Feel Closer to Her Now That I Know What She Went Through”: Findings from a Survey on Siblings’ Relationships Following Childhood Sexual Abuse - Rosaleen McElvaney, Simon Dunne, Laura Cahill, Rachael McDonnell Murray, 2025

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This episode originally aired November 7, 2024.

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 Overview

00:18 Guest Introduction: Dr. Melanie Nadon

00:48 The Disparity in Child Abuse Reporting

01:38 Motivations Behind the Study

01:56 Impact of the Pandemic on Welfare Referrals

03:27 Understanding Mandatory Reporting

05:48 Educators and Mandatory Reporting

10:14 Hypotheses and Surprising Findings

13:56 Role of Medical and Legal Professionals

16:16 Implications of Prior Maltreatment

22:26 Poverty and Child Welfare

37:53 State vs. County Administered Systems

44:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of 'One in Ten,' host Teresa Huizar interviews Dr. Maddison North, an assistant professor at Middle Tennessee State University, about burnout and turnover among victim advocates. The conversation explores the causes and consequences of burnout, highlighting the chronic exposure to secondary trauma, high workload, and insufficient resources. Dr. North discusses the Job Demands Resource Model, organizational and supervisory support's role, and findings from her recent study on retention and burnout in victim advocacy. They delve into how work culture, team support, purpose, and organizational strategies can mitigate burnout and enhance employee well-being. 

Time Stamps 

00:00 Introduction to Victim Advocate Burnout 

01:28 Meet Dr. Maddison North 

03:26 Understanding Burnout 

04:51 Job Demands and Resources 

06:59 Burnout in Helping Professions 

08:11 Organizational and Supervisory Support 

13:39 Retention Themes 

22:49 Burnout Themes 

25:46 Strategies to Combat Burnout 

37:47 Conclusion and Final Thoughts 

Resources

Lean On Me: The Role of Organizational and Supervisory Support in Understanding Work Outcomes in Victim Advocates. | Semantic Scholar

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Show Notes

In this episode of 'One in Ten,' host Teresa Huizar interviews Dr. Kimberly Mitchell from the University of New Hampshire's Crimes Against Children Research Center. The discussion centers on image-based sexual abuse (IBSA) and its unique, amplifying effects on victims. They delve into the disturbing prevalence of various forms of IBSA, including coercion and threatening behavior among youth. The conversation also explores the severe psychological impacts such as increased risk of suicide and non-suicidal self-injury among victims.  

Additionally, Dr. Mitchell discusses the challenges and complexities of researching this rapidly evolving field amidst advances in digital and AI technology. Potential future research directions, including the role of social support and community engagement, are also highlighted. 

Time Topic 

00:00 Introduction to Image-Based Sexual Abuse 

01:15 Defining Image-Based Sexual Abuse 

02:53 Research Background and Technological Impact 

05:07 Unique Harms of Image-Based Sexual Abuse 

08:47 Study Design and Participant Demographics 

11:05 Key Findings and Hypotheses 

14:35 Diverse Experiences and Future Research 

17:57 Prevalence and Prevention Challenges 

23:35 Navigating Healthy Spaces and Influencer Strategies 

24:37 Creative Approaches in Child Abuse Prevention 

25:58 Global Perspectives on Youth Involvement 

28:44 Vulnerabilities of Sexual Minority Youth Online 

30:09 Social Support and Online Vulnerabilities 

33:18 Non-Suicidal Self-Injury and Image-Based Sexual Abuse 

38:24 Future Research Directions and Resiliency 

39:52 Bystander Intervention and Positive Variance 

41:00 Conclusion and Final Thoughts 

Resources

Image-based sexual abuse profiles: Integrating mental health, adversities, and victimization to explore social contexts in a diverse group of young adults - ScienceDirect

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In this episode of One in Ten, host Teresa Huizar speaks with Dr. Dylan Jones, a postdoctoral fellow at Penn State University, about the nuanced circumstances surrounding partial sibling placements in foster care. They explore the frequency, reasons, and impacts of cases where some siblings are placed in foster care while others remain at home. Key topics include the legal gaps in sibling visitation rights, the common scenarios leading to partial placements, and the implications for children's safety and well-being. Dr. Jones shares insights from his research utilizing Incans data and outlines future directions in understanding and improving outcomes for these children. 

Time  Topic 

00:00 Introduction to Sibling Separation in Foster Care 

02:36 Exploring the Reasons for Sibling Separation 

05:06 Frequency and Implications of Split Sibling Groups 

05:48 Legal Gaps and Study Overview 

08:52 Key Findings on Split Home Groups 

12:23 Re-Reports and Long-Term Outcomes 

19:40 Practical Implications for Caseworkers 

21:26 Future Research Directions 

27:22 Conclusion and Final Thoughts 

Resources

Sometimes, Only Some Siblings Go to Foster Care: Exploring Split Sibling Groups in a Nationwide Sample - PubMed

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In this episode of "One in Ten," host Teresa Huizar interviews Dr. Jessica Shaw, an associate professor at the University of Illinois, Chicago, about the criminal justice system's response to adolescent sexual assault. They discuss mandatory reporting laws, prosecution rates, and the broader implications for survivors. Dr. Shaw, a community psychologist, shares her extensive research findings, highlighting systemic challenges and the critical importance of procedural justice in healing. They also explore the role of multidisciplinary responses, the impact of environment on victim experience, and the influence of community and systems in supporting survivors. The episode underscores the need for a victim-centered approach and the necessity of procedural improvements in the handling of these sensitive cases. 

Time Stamps: 

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 

00:19 Guest Introduction: Dr. Jessica Shaw 

01:57 Understanding Community Psychology 

04:09 The Role of Mandatory Reporting 

05:18 Research on Adolescent Sexual Assault 

10:27 Challenges in the Criminal Justice System 

15:43 Study Findings and Implications 

27:47 Procedural Justice and Survivor Experience 

40:37 Future Research and Closing Remarks 

Resources:

The Impact of Mandatory Reporting Policies on
Adolescent Sexual Assault Case Progression in the
Criminal Legal System

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