What to Look For
Key Terms
How Abuse Affects People
100

This is a common sign of physical abuse, often showing up as a red, blue, or purple mark on the skin.

Bruises

100

This word means intentionally hurting someone’s body.

Physical Abuse

100

Physical abuse can cause this type of pain or harm to the body.

Injuries

200

If someone has different injuries at different stages of healing, it may mean this.

Repeated abuse

200

This person is required by law to report suspected abuse to authorities.

Mandatory Reporter

200

Where is an area for victims to stay safe from abusers? 

Shelters

300

A victim might act this way, scared or nervous, especially around certain people.

fearful or anxious

300

This is a legal order to keep an abuser away from the victim.

Restraining Order

300

Some victims may have trouble trusting others because of this.

Abuse / Betrayal

400

When someone has injuries they cannot explain clearly, this could be a warning sign

suspicious or unexplained injuries

400

The agency that helps protect children from abuse is often called this.

CPS / Child Protective Services

400

Abuse can make it hard for victims to do this at school or with friends.

Concentrate / Socialize

500

A victim may try to hide injuries by wearing this, even in warm weather

Long sleeves / clothes that cover the body

500

This term means taking care of someone who is hurt or in danger.

Protection / Intervention

500

Long-term abuse may lead to this mental health condition, involving reliving scary memories.

PTSD / Post Traumatic Stress Disorder