Friday, November 14, 2008

Discover the Dynamics of Child Abuse and Neglect

Child abuse may be:
Physical - hitting, shaking, burns, human bites, strangulation.
Emotional - constant disapproval, belittling, constant teasing.
Sexual - fondling, the showing of private parts by an adult, sexual intercourse, oral and anal sex, forcing a child to watch while others have sexual intercourse, incest, pornography.

Neglect - absence of adequate food, shelter, emotional and physical security, and medical care.
Physical abuse is any physical injury to a child that is not accidental. Emotional and psychological abuse is when a child is not nurtured and is not provided with love and security.

Psychological abuse occurs when children are not provided with the necessary environment to develop mentally and/or emotionally.

Sexual abuse is when the child is involved in any sexual activity with an adult or another child who is either older or more powerful.

Neglect is depriving a child of their basic needs. These include food, clothing, warmth and shelter, emotional and physical security and protection, medical and dental care, cleanliness, education, and supervision.If you suspect that a child you know or you are someone who is experiencing any of these types of abuse, please check out our more

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