In 1992, the County's Media Focused on an Unlicensed Daycare

question 148

Essay

In 1992, the county's media focused on an unlicensed daycare centre in Martensville, Saskatchewan, where it was claimed children were to have suffered abuse. Although none of the children had shown symptoms or problems during their preschool experience, a full investigation was initiated. What has research revealed about the accuracy of children's testimony? Under what conditions are children apt to be suggestible?

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Definitions:

Modern Era

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Farmer v. Brennan

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