Different Types of Abuse
Involves physical harm or injury to the child.
What is physical abuse?
Excessively withdrawn, fearful, or anxious about doing something wrong.
What is a sign for emotional abuse?
How often a report of child abuse is made.
What is 10 seconds?
Exposing a child to sexual situations or material is sexually abusive, whether or not touching is involved.
What is sexual abuse?
Shies away from touch, flinches at sudden movements, or seems afraid to go home.
What is a sign of physical abuse?
Estimated victims of child maltreatment.
What is 702,000?
Abuse that can severely damage a child’s mental health or social development.
What is emotional abuse?
Displays knowledge of sexual acts inappropriate to their age.
What is a sign of sexual abuse?
Referrals made every year to child protection agencies.
What is 3.6 million?