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 REACHING PEACE FOR YOUTH AND CITIES |
| Ten Points
on CHILD ABUSE • Any direct or indirect act that endangers or impairs a child’s physical or emotional health and development is child abuse. • Child abuse occurs in all socioeconomic and ethnic groups. • It does not get better without intervention. • Child abuse passes to the next generation without intervention. • The abuser depends on the victim’s helplessness. • Some three million child abuse reports are filed annually, with actual incidence believed to be three times greater. • Alcohol abuse is involved in about 50% of substantiated abuse cases. • Suspicion of abuse is all that’s necessary to file a report; clergy and teachers are among mandated reporters. • Reports are usually confidential. • Child abuse can kill—it is the leading cause of death of children under age 4. |
What to do if you suspect
child abuse: If it is an emergency, call your
local police department. They can ensure the immediate safety of a child and
get medical attention if needed. If you are unsure how to report, contact: RESOURCES: Prevent Child Abuse America Kempe Children's Center International Society for the Prevention of Child
Abuse and Neglect Child Abuse Prevention Services Child Abuse Prevention Association National Clearinghouse on Child Abuse and Neglect
Information Children's Defense Fund |
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Violence Prevention Guide
Domestic
Violence Child Abuse
Sexual Assault
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