In the Interest of Long

ALLBEE, Justice.

This appeal by Denise Long, the natural mother of Melva Long, challenges the juvenile court’s adjudication that Melva is a child in need of assistance. The mother’s principal complaints are directed to the admission of certain evidence, including several exhibits. She also asserts that the court’s finding lacks the support of clear and convincing evidence. Our review, however, satisfies us that the adjudication should be affirmed.

I. Procedural background.

On June 26, 1980, a petition was filed alleging Melva to be a child in need of assistance (CHINA) within the meaning of…