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Child Abuse

child a·buse /CHīld əˈbyo͞oz/

noun

Def·i·ni·tion

Define

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physical

Physical abuse is ‘any non-accidental physical act inflicted upon a child by a person having the care of a child’. It is not always intended to hurt the child and is sometimes justified as ‘discipline’. Physical abuse is based on fear. The adult or caregiver lashes out angrily; it is unpredictable. Physical abuse is the most likely form of abuse to accompany another form e.g. emotional abuse or neglect.

emotional

Emotional abuse is also called psychological abuse (maltreatment). It is the most common form of child abuse. It is also experienced by children witnessing domestic violence. Emotional abuse often occurs together with physical and sexual abuse. Many parents and caregivers however are emotionally abusive without being violent or sexually abusive.

Sexual

Child sexual abuse describes any incident in which an adult, adolescent or child uses their power and authority to engage a minor in a sexual act, or exposes the minor to inappropriate sexual behaviour or material.

neglect

Neglect can be defined as ‘any serious act or omission by a person having the care of a child that, within the bounds of cultural tradition, constitutes a failure to provide conditions that are essential for the healthy physical and emotional development of a child’ (CFCA Resource Sheet, 2016).

signs

being fearful of a parent
saying they hate a parent
talking badly about themselves (such as saying, “I’m stupid”)
seeming emotionally immature when compared to peers
exhibiting sudden changes in speech (such as stuttering)
experiencing a sudden change in behavior (such as doing poorly in school)

Inspiration

From One who’s been there

“People always say the abused abuse and it is not true. I am totally the opposite.”

– Michael Jachson

Child Protection Hotline (Los Angeles County DCFS) Within CA

(800) 540-4000

Child Protection Hotline (Los Angeles County DCFS) Within CA Outside CA (213) 283-1960

Judge Baker Children’s Center – Child Abuse Hotline

(800) 792-5200

Judge Baker Children’s Center – Child Abuse Hotline Judge Baker Children’s Center (Judge Baker) is a non-profit organization that serves children by promoting their developmental, emotional, and intellectual well-being. With a century of proven leadership in children’s mental health issues, Judge Baker helps children and families chart their own best course to grow and thrive.

Child Help USA National Child Abuse Hotline

(800) 422-4453

Child Help USA National Child Abuse Hotline
The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline is dedicated to the prevention of child abuse. Serving the U.S. and Canada, the hotline is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with professional crisis counselors who—through interpreters—provide assistance in over 170 languages. The hotline offers crisis intervention, information, and referrals to thousands of emergency, social service, and support resources. All calls are confidential.
Bottom line, we are here to answer the call.

Covenant House

(800) 999-9999

Covenant House
Millions of kids suffer on the streets every day. For over 40 years, Covenant House has sheltered and cared for these young people – now standing as a powerful human rights movement for homeless and trafficked youth in 31 cities across 6 countries.

EATING DISORDERS

Eating Disorders

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GRIEF

Grief

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DISCRIMINATION

Discrimination

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BULLYING

Bullying

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Sources

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Fanpop, Inc. “Michael Jackson Photo: Young Michael.” Fanpop, www.fanpop.com/clubs/michael-jackson/images/35768227/title/young-michael-photo. (image uploaded by: Cherl12345)