Child Abuse
Who is usually the abuser in child abuse?
It is usually a close family member, like a parent
What is considered physical abuse
Hitting, Kicking, Punching, Throwing Things, Slapping, Pushing
What is trauma?
stressful, frightening or scary events that are difficult to cope with or out of our control
Abuse, neglect and losing family members are all traumas
What type of family does child abuse happen in
It can happen in any family
What is child neglect
the failure to provide a minimum degree of care; not meeting a child's needs for safety
Can abuse cause trauma?
What are 2 types of abuse
neglect, physical, emotional, mental or sexual
What is emotional abuse?
when someone is made to feel worthless, unloved, alone or scared.
It includes: yelling, name-calling, blaming and shaming
How common in trauma in kids?
1 in 3 kids experiences a trauma
How common is child abuse?
1 in 4 children experience child abuse
Does abuse impact your self-esteem?
Yes!
How does trauma impact kids?
Is abuse the child's fault
No.
Does being abused make you a bad kid?
No!
Is trauma forever?
Nope!