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    Childhelp

    What is Child Abuse and Neglect?

    Child maltreatment impacts every person and every family

    Now is the time to talk about child abuse with family, friends and loved ones. Stand up for safer childhoods.

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    Childhood trauma, adult impacts

    Long-term outcomes of maltreatment reach far into adulthood

    Adverse childhood experiences are linked to shorter lifespans, mental health disorders & a range of negative adult health impacts.

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    Our work helps children stay safe and heal from trauma

    Childhelp’s programs and services, with more than 50 years of experience, provide care for victims and education to keep kids safe

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    Childhelp exists to meet the physical, emotional, educational, and spiritual needs of abused, neglected and at-risk children. We focus our efforts on advocacy, prevention, intervention, treatment and community outreach.

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      • Childhelp
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        On Feb 07, 2018

        How are substance abuse and crime and child maltreatment connected?

        Substance abuse and crime and child maltreatment are tragically and undeniably connected. Following are some examples of the link between substance abuse, crime and child maltreatment: In a stud...

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      • Childhelp
        Childhelp has answered a question
        On Feb 07, 2018

        At what age are children most likely to die from child abuse?

        Children most likely to die from child abuse are very young in age. In one report more than 70 percent of the children who died as a result of child abuse or neglect were two years of age or younge...

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      • Childhelp
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        On Feb 07, 2018

        What health problems can come as a result of child abuse?

        Child abuse can result in many different health problems. In one study, 80 percent of 21-year-olds who reported childhood abuse met the criteria for at least one psychological disorder. In another ...

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      • Childhelp
        Childhelp has answered a question
        On Aug 26, 2016

        What factors can help my child feel safe?

        Factors that can help your child feel safe include secure, loving relationships with parents and caregivers and compassionate relationships between peers. Feelings of safety and empathy, prevent bu...

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      • Childhelp
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        On Aug 26, 2016

        How can I encourage a child to speak about his abuse?

        To encourage a child to speak about child abuse, acknowledge his or her courage in speaking out. If you work with children, have a plan for supporting a child who discloses to you through the repor...

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      • Childhelp
        Childhelp has answered a question
        On Aug 26, 2016

        What is emotional neglect in children?

        Emotional neglect in children is when children do not get enough affection and attention to feel loved and supported. If a child shows signs of psychological illness, it must be treated. Examples o...

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      • Childhelp
        Childhelp has answered a question
        On Aug 26, 2016

        Which children are most vulnerable to abuse?

        There is no way to know which children are most vulnerable to abuse, but there are some factors for abuse and neglect risk to be aware of Child factors: very young children children with d...

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      • Childhelp
        Childhelp has answered a question
        On Aug 26, 2016

        What types of relationships can help my child feel safe?

        There are several types of relationships that can help make a child feel safe and improve a child's overall sense of well-being. These include: Positive interactions between parents and chi...

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      • Childhelp
        Childhelp has answered a question
        On Aug 26, 2016

        How do children disclose abuse?

        When children disclose abuse, the disclosures can be direct or indirect. Following are some ways a child may disclose abuse Most likely a disclosure will be indirect, which can mean the child d...

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      • Childhelp
        Childhelp has answered a question
        On Aug 26, 2016

        Why is it important to listen for clues of child abuse?

        It is important to listen for clues of child abuse because it is important to act in a way to support the child and keep the child protected. It is therefore important to recognize the possible clu...

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      • Childhelp
        Childhelp has answered a question
        On Aug 26, 2016

        What is physical neglect in children?

        Physical neglect in children is when children do not have enough care to be healthy and enough supervision to be safe. To avoid physical neglect, adults that care for children must provide clothing...

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      • Childhelp
        Childhelp has answered a question
        On Aug 26, 2016

        What is emotional abuse in children?

        Emotional abuse in children is when a parent or caregiver harms a child’s mental and social development, or causes severe emotional harm. While a single incident may be abuse, most often emot...

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      • Childhelp
        Childhelp has answered a question
        On Aug 26, 2016

        What are the symptoms of sexual abuse of a child?

        Symptoms of sexual abuse of a child include the following signs: Physical: difficulty sitting, walking, bowel problems torn, stained, bloody undergarments bleeding, bruises, pain, swelli...

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      • Childhelp
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        On Aug 26, 2016

        How can our community help protect my child against abuse?

        Your community can help protect your child against abuse through the following: Positive school environments: In addition to academic opportunities, schools provide access to a bounty of social...

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      • Childhelp
        Childhelp has answered a question
        On Aug 26, 2016

        What are the signs that a parent is sexually abusing his or her child?

        Signs that a parent is sexually abusing his or her child include the following: parent fails to supervise the child unstable adult presence jealous/possessive parent parent's sexual relat...

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