Dragonkaz said:
'Just because you can reproduce, doesn't mean you should!'
I've worked in child protection and now I'm working as a case manager for the department for correctional services ... sadly these types of issues (and much worse) are very common. These children (and families) need help ... which means a load more resources being made available ... instead of banks making massive profits ... I guess a sign of what's important in this country.
Also of importance is that all of us ... the public ... don't condemn too quickly. Instead find ways You can help. You may consider this is not your problem ... but it's a problem for all of us, as it affects our communities at nearly every level.
Plus if you suspect something isn't right with any children you know ... tell someone in the appropriate department!
Absolutely! I worked in care and protection a while back and I totally agree with all you said. Its a community thing, there would have been signs that mum wasnt coping well before it esculated to this point, and sadly, many would have turned a blind eye.
Although this behaviour is totally unacceptable, and the safety of the children is paramount, we dont know the situation that mum was in - addiction? mental illness? lack of education (life). I wonder how many people saw this, but did nothing.
