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WHAT IS CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT?
Child abuse and neglect is a widespread problem in American society. A child of any age, sex, race, religion, and socioeconomic background can fall victim to child abuse and neglect.
Child abuse and neglect is defined as �the physical or mental injury, sexual abuse of exploitation, negligent treatment, or maltreatment:
of a child under the age of 18
by a person who is responsible for the child�s welfare
Under circumstances which indicate that the child�s health or welfare is harmed or threatened
PHYSICAL SIGNS OF CHILD ABUSE
bruises, welts, or broken bones
cuts or scrapes
burns
missing hair
injuries or redness around the genitals
injuries at different stages of healing
injury or medical conditions that have not been treated
BEHAVIORAL CHANGES:
aggressive or withdrawn
unusual fears, not going home, or fear of people
craving for attention
fatigue
lack of concentration
frequent tardiness or absence from school
SIGNS OF ADULTS WHO ABUSE MAY:
harshly punish the child in public
refer to the child as a bad child
give conflicting stories about injuries
become defensive when asked about the child
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