I am a teacher and a student confided in me about abuse at home but they begged me not to tell anyone and I am torn between respecting their wishes and my legal obligation to report.
More people experience this than they realize.
The conflict between a child's autonomy and their protection creates a moral dilemma where every choice carries the risk of betrayal.
“Where Are You with Rights — their origin and their limits?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.