The document discusses the different types of child abuse including physical, emotional, sexual, and neglect. It provides statistics on child abuse, such as millions of children being abused daily worldwide and about 4 children dying daily from abuse in the United States. The types of abuse are defined and characteristics of abused children for each type are listed, such as depression, lack of concentration, and unexplained injuries for emotionally and physically abused children. Common long-term problems for abused children like poor school performance and further abuse are also mentioned. The document encourages reporting any suspicions of child abuse.

2. By Cassie Rodgers & Deidre Tucker CHILD ABUSE

3. Ask yourself… Who would ever want to hurt a child? “ No one,” you say.

4. But think again.....

5. Have you ever lost control? Did it end in abuse?

6. Millions of children are abused and neglected every single day in the world .

7. Everyday, about four children die in the United States from child abuse.

8. Each year in the state of Georgia, there are approximately 31,000 confirmed cases of abuse.

9. Of all abuse cases, 90% occur at home.

10. 83% of abuse is committed by a child’s biological parents.

12. Physical Emotional Sexual Neglect There are four types of abuse...

13. Abuse that expresses to children that they are worthless, flawed, unloved, unwanted, or only of value when meeting another’s needs. Emotional Abuse

14.  * Apathy * Depression * Hostility or stress * Lack of concentration * Eating disorders Characteristics of Emotionally Abused Children

15. Physical Abuse Physical contact that causes feelings of intimidation, pain, injury, other physical suffering, or bodily harm.

16. * Unexplained burns, cuts, bruises * Bite marks * Anti-social behavior * Problems in school * Fear of adults Characteristics of Physically Abused Children

17. An unexplained drop in a child’s attendance at school may be due to injuries from their abuse, or they may be intentionally held out of school to cover up visible signs of the abuse.

18. Sexual Abuse Forcing a child to engage in or witness sexual activities.

19. * Inappropriate interest or knowledge of sexual acts *Nightmares and bed wetting *Drastic changes in appetite *Over-compliance or excessive aggression *Fear of a particular person or family member Characteristics of Sexually Abused Children

20. If a child is a victim of physical or sexual abuse, he or she may show reluctance to leave school or go anywhere they may fear coming in contact with the abuser.

21. Physical Neglect Failure to provide sufficient food, clothing, shelter, medical care, education, guidance, and supervision for a child.

22. Emotional Neglect Failure to provide a child with love and affection.

23. * Unsuitable clothing for weather * Dirty or unbathed * Extreme hunger * Apparent lack of supervision Characteristics of Neglected Children:

24. A child who has unexplained weight loss or is unusually sluggish or fatigued may not be getting enough to eat.

26. poor performance in school emotional problems further abuse behavioral problems Common Problems for Abused Children

27. 3/4 of abused children will end up in jail

28. Act on your suspicions. If you are concerned that a child is being abused or neglected, trust your instincts. Report your suspicions immediately!

29. Abuse can lead to many changes in a child’s behavior, ranging from becoming isolated and withdrawn to becoming overly aggressive.

31. * Child Abuse National Hotline: 1-800-4-A-CHILD Georgia Abuse Hotline 1-800-CHILDREN National Youth Crisis Hotline: 1-800-HIT-HOME Or call your local police department. If you suspect child abuse or neglect, call and report it to one of these hotlines. You do not need proof. Suspected abuse is enough of a reason to make a report. You could save the life of a child with a simple phone call. FCCLA takes a stand against child abuse in our community