To whom should certain details be disclosed in reporting?

• A. With any member of the public.
• B. Only to the child's legal guardian.
• C. To appropriate agencies involved in assessment and services.
• D. Not at all to avoid privacy concerns.

Answer: (C)

Disclosures in reporting are meant for those who are actively involved in evaluating and helping the child. Sharing details with appropriate agencies involved in assessment and services ensures safety planning, accurate evaluation, and timely access to supports. This sharing follows privacy protections and legal mandates, allowing information to be disclosed to professionals who need to know to protect the child. It is not appropriate to disclose to the general public, as that would violate confidentiality and could jeopardize the child’s safety. Limiting disclosure to only the child's legal guardian can hinder coordination and leave other essential professionals uninformed, delaying protection and services. Therefore, the proper approach is to share information with the appropriate agencies involved in assessment and services.