WHAT IS CHILD ABUSE ?
SIGNS OF CHILD ABUSE :
Every day there are children living hungry , neglected , sexually exploited , and feeling unloved and fearful . An abusive environment is certainly no way for a child to grow-up . Children have the right to a safe and nurturing environment .
With reasonable suspicion protect a child by
‣ CALL 9-1-1
‣ Kids Help Line ( 1-800-668-6868 )
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CHILD ABUSE
WHAT IS CHILD ABUSE ?
Child abuse is the physical maltreatment or sexual molestation of a child . Untold numbers of children suffer abuse and neglect by parents , friends , relatives , or child care workers . Statistics don ’ t tell the whole story though . Many cases of abuse and neglect go unreported . Abusive treatment of children takes many forms like physical , emotional , sexual abuse or even family violence . Not all children have a positive loving , healthy home life and environment . For some children home life is not so positive and unhealthy relationships often lead to abuse , neglect ( the failure to provide the necessities of life ) and family violence .
SIGNS OF CHILD ABUSE :
Sleeping disorders ( emotional ) Presence of injuries over an extended period of time ( physical ) Difficult in walking or sitting ( sexual ) Unattended physical or medical needs ( neglect ) Unusual fearfulness ( emotional ) flinch if touched unexpectedly ( physical ) Pain when urinating ( sexual ) Underweight , poor growth , failure to thrive ( neglect )
Every day there are children living hungry , neglected , sexually exploited , and feeling unloved and fearful . An abusive environment is certainly no way for a child to grow-up . Children have the right to a safe and nurturing environment .
A child abuse report is made every 10 seconds !
With reasonable suspicion protect a child by
‣ CALL 9-1-1
‣ Kids Help Line ( 1-800-668-6868 )
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