Physical Abuse
What is Physical Abuse?
intentional act causing injury or trauma to another person or animal by way of bodily contact
Name a type of trauma
Free response.
What is neglect?
Neglect is any time a parent stops taking care of a child. For example, forgets to feed them or drive them to school.
Shop for food for the house
Parent/Caregiver
What makes you feel loved or special?
discuss
Who is at fault when a child is physically abused?
The person who is perpetrating the abuse.
Who can experience trauma?
Discuss
How can you tell if a child has been neglected?
Discuss
Play with toys in and outside of the house
Child
Name 3 things you like about your family.
discuss
How might children act when they are physically punished?
(discuss)
True or False:
More than two thirds of children reported at least 1 traumatic event by age 16
True
If adults are physically fighting, what should a child do?
Get somewhere safe and call the police and a trusted, safe adult.
Is it okay for people to get angry? What are some healthy ways people express their anger? What are some unhealthy ways people express their anger?
Discuss
How do children feel when they have been physically abused?
Many different ways (discuss)
What is sexual abuse?
Discuss
Why don’t children tell about physical abuse?
Discuss
Put a Band-Aid on an injury
Parent
Name 3 ways that you can calm yourself down when you’re feeling angry or upset.
discuss
When children misbehave, how should parents/caregivers handle it?
(Discuss)
What is Domestic Violence?
violent or aggressive behavior within the home, typically involving the violent abuse of a spouse or partner.
Share a time when you experienced trauma
Discuss
Hold the other person when they are scared or need a friend
Parent/Caregiver
True or False:
It is okay to tell a safe adult when something bad or hurtful is happening to you.
TRUE
If you are experiencing or have experienced something hard, telling a safe adult can help you feel MUCH better. They can also help you get the help you need to feel even more better!