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Inside the Misfit Amish: Debunking Myths About Child Welfare

Inside the Misfit Amish: Debunking Myths About Child Welfare

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Hosts Mary and Barbie dissect a Psychology Today article on working with Amish families, calling out misinformation and harmful recommendations related to child abuse, reporting, and cultural assumptions.

The episode highlights cultural misunderstandings—about affection, assertiveness, gender roles, and community authority—while urging better cultural competence, survivor-centered practices, and respect for Amish people as individuals.

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