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One in Ten

One in Ten

Written by: National Children's Alliance
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Engaging the brightest minds working to solve one of the world's toughest challenges—child abuse. Join us for conversations with leading experts on science, law, medicine, morality, and messaging. One in Ten is brought to you by National Children's Alliance, the largest network of care centers in the U.S. serving child victims of abuse. Our host is Teresa Huizar, NCA's CEO and a national expert on child abuse intervention and trauma treatment. Visit us online at nationalchildrensalliance.org.

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  • Child Abuse, AI, and the Forensic Interview
    Jan 22 2026

    In this episode of 'One in Ten,' host Teresa Huizar speaks with Liisa Järvilehto, a psychologist and Ph.D. candidate at the University of Helsinki, about the positive uses of AI in child abuse investigations and forensic interviews. The conversation addresses the common misuse of AI and explores its potential in assisting professionals by proposing hypotheses, generating question sets, and more. The discussion delves into the application of large language models (LLMs) in generating alternative hypotheses and the nuances of using these tools to avoid confirmation bias in interviews. Huizar and Järvilehto also touch on the practical implications for current practitioners and future research directions.

    Time Stamps:

    00:00 Introduction to the Episode

    00:00 Introduction to the Episode

    00:22 Exploring AI in Child Abuse Investigations

    01:06 Introducing Liisa Järvilehto and Her Research

    01:48 Challenges in Child Abuse Investigations

    04:24 The Role of Large Language Models

    06:28 Addressing Bias in Investigations

    09:13 Hypothesis Testing in Forensic Interviews

    12:18 Study Design and Findings

    25:54 Implications for Practitioners

    33:41 Future Research Directions

    36:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts


    Resources:

    Pre-interview hypothesis generation: large language models (LLMs) show promise for child abuse investigations

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    39 mins
  • Teen Suicide in an Online World
    Jan 8 2026

    In this episode of 'One in Ten,' hosted by Teresa Huizar, Dr. Sheryl Chatfield from Kent State University discusses the alarming rise in youth suicides and its correlation with technology use. Delving into data from the National Violent Death Reporting System, Dr. Chatfield highlights the significant impact of technology, including social media and gaming, on youth mental health. They explore the triggers leading to suicidal thoughts, focusing on restrictions on technology use as precipitating factors. Dr. Chatfield also discusses the demographic trends in youth suicide and suggests prevention strategies, emphasizing the importance of diverse leisure activities and open communication between parents and their children. The episode concludes with practical advice for both professionals and parents on how to support youth effectively.


    Time Stamps:

    00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

    01:22 Guest Introduction: Dr. Cheryl Chatfield

    01:27 Research Origins: Technology and Youth Suicide

    03:42 Trends in Youth Suicide

    05:21 The Role of Technology in Suicidal Behavior

    07:17 Understanding Suicidal Ideation in Youth

    15:56 Age-Related Differences in Suicide Motivations

    20:18 Impact of Mental Health Crisis on Youth

    25:07 Conflicts and Restrictions Leading to Suicidal Behavior

    26:48 Grieving the Loss of a Chatbot

    27:35 Addiction and Withdrawal Symptoms

    28:36 Social Media and Gaming Stress

    29:48 Fear of Missing Out

    31:05 Identity and Online Presence

    32:13 Technology Use and Mental Health

    36:44 Demographics of Youth Suicide

    40:43 Prevention Strategies

    46:52 Encouraging Diverse Activities

    51:14 Concluding Thoughts


    Resources:

    • Exploring the role of technology in youth and adolescent deaths by suicide using data from the 2017-2019 National Violent Death Reporting System (NVDRS) - PubMed

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    53 mins
  • Medical Child Abuse: When Caregivers Deceive
    Dec 4 2025

    In this episode of One in Ten, host Teresa Huizar engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Jim Hamilton, an associate professor adjunct at Yale School of Medicine, on the topic of medical child abuse. They explore the complexities of why caregivers might fabricate illnesses in their children, the significant discrepancies that pediatricians should look for, and the systemic issues that enable this form of abuse. Dr. Hamilton shares insights from his experience and research, including an innovative study using school nurses to understand the prevalence and detection of medical child abuse. The episode underscores the importance of early intervention, compassionate care, and preventing the escalation of such cases to protect children and support families.


    Time Topic

    00:00 Introduction to Medical Child Abuse

    01:21 Dr. Jim Hamilton's Journey into Medical Deception

    04:19 Understanding Medical Child Abuse

    06:33 Indicators and Evidence of Medical Child Abuse

    09:52 The Role of Healthcare Professionals

    12:02 Complexities in Diagnosing Medical Child Abuse

    17:22 Systemic Issues and Parental Influence

    25:10 Legal Challenges and Case Studies

    26:14 The Chilling Reality of Medical Child Abuse

    27:16 Prevalence and Study Design Insights

    27:52 Understanding Medical Child Abuse: Rare or Not?

    31:15 The Role of School Nurses in Identifying Abuse

    36:04 Study Findings and Surprising Results

    43:00 The Importance of Early Intervention and Compassion

    51:40 Final Thoughts and Future Directions


    Resources

    Prevalence of Suspected Medical Child Abuse in the School Setting: A Study of School Nurses - PubMed

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    56 mins
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