What's this? Related Links. Links with this icon indicate that you are leaving the CDC website. Linking to a non-federal website does not constitute an endorsement by CDC or any of its employees of the sponsors or the information and products presented on the website. You will be subject to the destination website's privacy policy when you follow the link.
CDC is not responsible for Section compliance accessibility on other federal or private website. Cancel Continue. Strengthening household financial security Family-friendly work policies. Examine your behavior. Abuse is not just physical.
Both words and actions can inflict deep, lasting wounds. Be a nurturing parent. Use your actions to show children and other adults that conflicts can be settled without hitting or yelling. Educate yourself and others. Simple support for children and parents can be the best way to prevent child abuse. After-school activities, parent education classes, mentoring programs, and respite care are some of the many ways to keep children safe from harm.
Be a voice in support of these efforts in your community. Teach children their rights. When children are taught they are special and have the right to be safe, they are less likely to think abuse is their fault, and more likely to report an offender. Support prevention programs. Too often, intervention occurs only after abuse is reported. In most places, you do not have to give your name when you report child abuse.
Authors: Melinda Smith, M. Prevent Child Abuse America. Nemours Foundation. Stop It Now! Emotional Abuse — Recognizing and responding to emotional child abuse.
Child Welfare Information Gateway. Department of Health and Human Services. This holiday season alone, millions of people will turn to HelpGuide for free mental health guidance and support. So many people rely on us in their most difficult moments. Can we rely on you?
All gifts made before December 31 will be doubled. Cookie Policy. What is child abuse and neglect? Myth: Only bad people abuse their children. Myth: Most child abusers are strangers.
Myth: Abused children always grow up to be abusers. Effects of child abuse and neglect All types of abuse and neglect leave lasting scars. The effects of abuse and neglect on a child include: Lack of trust and relationship difficulties. Recognizing the different types of child abuse Abusive behavior comes in many forms, but the common denominator is the emotional effect on the child.
Examples of emotional abuse include: Constant belittling, shaming, and humiliating. Calling names and making negative comparisons to others. Ignoring or rejecting a child as punishment, giving them the silent treatment. Limiting physical contact with a child—no hugs, kisses, or other signs of affection. Exposing a child to violence against others, whether it is against the other parent, a sibling, or even a pet.
With physical abuse, the following elements are present: Unpredictability. The child never knows what is going to set the parent off. There are no clear boundaries or rules. The child is constantly walking on eggshells, never sure what behavior will trigger a physical assault.
Lashing out in anger. Abusive parents act out of anger and the desire to assert control, not the motivation to lovingly teach the child. The angrier the parent, the more intense the abuse. Using fear to control behavior. Sexual abuse Child sexual abuse is an especially complicated form of abuse because of its layers of guilt and shame. They may feel that they are responsible for the abuse or somehow brought it upon themselves.
This can lead to self-loathing and sexual and relationship problems as they grow older. The shame of sexual abuse makes it very difficult for children to come forward. Because of these difficulties, false accusations of sexual abuse are not common, so if a child confides in you, take them seriously. Warning signs of child abuse and neglect The warning signs that a child is being abused or neglected can vary according to the type of abuse inflicted.
Warning signs of emotional abuse The child may: Be excessively withdrawn, fearful, or anxious about doing something wrong.
Show extremes in behavior extremely compliant, demanding, passive, aggressive. Not seem to be attached to the parent or caregiver. Act either inappropriately adult taking care of other children or inappropriately infantile thumb-sucking, throwing tantrums. Warning signs of physical abuse The child may: Have frequent injuries or unexplained bruises, welts, or cuts.
Their injuries may appear to have a pattern such as marks from a hand or belt. Shy away from touch, flinch at sudden movements, or seem afraid to go home. Wear inappropriate clothing to cover up injuries, such as long-sleeved shirts on hot days. Warning signs of child neglect The child may: Wear ill-fitting, filthy, or inappropriate clothing for the weather. Have consistently bad hygiene unbathed, matted and unwashed hair, noticeable body odor.
Have untreated illnesses and physical injuries. Be frequently unsupervised or left alone or allowed to play in unsafe situations. Be frequently late or missing from school. Warning signs of sexual abuse in children The child may: Have trouble walking or sitting. Display knowledge of sexual acts inappropriate for their age, or even exhibit seductive behavior. Make strong efforts to avoid a specific person, without an obvious reason. Not want to change clothes in front of others or participate in physical activities.
0コメント