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I take reports of child abuse, neglect or dependency. Got one today that stuck in my head. There is this woman who is on alot of meds cause she is having some problems, and has been known to attempt suicide. Well the womans's husband told her today he did not love her and shoved a bottle of pills in her face, and she took them. They have children together, this just keeps bugging me, I feel so bad for her and the kids.
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deleted_user
that does suck. i wish she would get the help that she def needs and take care of those kids
deleted_user
deleted_user
if you feel kids are in danger or not, in good sitauion, report them. she is an adult kids can not control the enviorment, but as an adult ahe can. no bashing her
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It is sad but the kids need to be first priority and safe. As well as her getting help.
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here is hug for you
i know how hard this is
deleted_user
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did she die?Hugs hun,that's a hard job x
ZAZAS
ZAZAS
It is so good that you have a place to dump all the things you hear. My daughter is going to be social worker, almost through with her Masters, doing internship....Real world issues now.

I've always felt teachers and social workers had to be angels in disguise; because, no one appreciates what your doing, but you do so very much.

Physically and mentally disabled men and women get abused all the time. Emotionally, sexually, and physically. It seems, it is better to have someone, even an evil ass spouse, than no one. Or, financial reasons make it necessary.

Did you suceed in helping the woman? the kids?
deleted_user
deleted_user
I also work in the field of social services... vicarious trauma is a terrible thing...and because of rules of confidentiality it can be hard to deal with...Can you debrief with your co-workers or supervisor? When I hear things that stick in my head I try to do some self care, debrief with co-workers, journal and remind myself of the good things about my job... I wish I could hug you and make it all go away... You do a very important job, the world needs more people like you.
Drop me a line if you need to chat...
6bagsfull
6bagsfull
It never ceases to amaze me at how cruel some people can be! Hopefully she gets away from this man (not sure man is the right word), & gets the help she & her children deserve.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Knowing the woman is suicidal and he gave her pills...that seems like attempted murder to me!!!!!!
ARREST THE FRICKIN BASTARD!!!!!
deleted_user
deleted_user
I totally agree that this man should be arrested, and charged with something, but due to the way things work in the county I work (don't live there), probably not much if anything will be done.
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