Abuse.pptx - Preventing child abuse Hannah Kramer...

Preventing child
abuse
Hannah Kramer

Introduction-
One of the worst things a child can have to go through is abuse. It can
scar a child for life and leave them with emotional damage and can
lead to problems later in life such as anxiety or depression. Parents
should be aware of any signs of child abuse whether it is form family,
teachers or friends. Did you know that 90% of all sexual abuse is
inflicted by a family member the child trusts.

Recognizing the signs-
It is super important to recognize if a child is being abused. SIgns to
look for are bruises/marks, high anxiety/stress, random bursts of
anger, fear, or strange behaviors. Children that are being abused are
more often than not going to be afraid to tell someone they are being
abused. If you suspect a child is being abused try talking to them and
report any abuse right away.

Talking to your children-
A good way to help prevent abuse is to talk to your child. When you go