Psychologists’ role as mandated reporters of child maltreatment is an important responsibility. This article will provide direction to psychologists in interpreting state laws as well as practical and clinical guidance when confronted with making a report of child abuse. A review of the U.S. laws on child maltreatment reporting as they pertain to psychologists is provided. Psychologists will be guided through the process of making a report and how to handle this responsibility professionally and clinically. Important considerations are discussed with regard to psychologists maintaining compliance with their legal responsibilities and protecting children from harm. Recommendations for future training are provided.

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制作虐待儿童报告的法律和临床指南。

心理学家作为虐待儿童的强制报告者的角色是一项重要的责任。本文将为心理学家提供指导，帮助他们解释州法律，并在面对虐待儿童的举报时提供实用和临床指导。提供了对与心理学家有关的美国关于虐待儿童报告的法律的审查。将指导心理学家完成报告的过程以及如何专业和临床地处理这一责任。讨论了有关心理学家遵守其法律责任和保护儿童免受伤害的重要考虑因素。提供了对未来培训的建议。