Physical Abuse
True or False: One in 14 kids are physically abused.
False, it's almost 1 in 4.
Which form of abuse is more serious: emotional or physical?
They are equal
What is neglect?
When a caregiver does not provide necessary food, clothing, shelter, education, supervision or medical care. As a result of this, children’s physical, mental or emotional state is compromised.
Child is punished by having to go 48 hours without a meal.
What is neglect?
What is a type of emotional abuse where the abuser only cares about themselves and may use words and actions to manipulate their partner's behavior and emotional stat?
Narcissistic abuse
TRUE or FALSE: Most kids tell when an adult abuses them.
False, most kids do not tell for fear that their parents will hurt them for telling, fear people won't believe them, shame, they don't want to get anyone in trouble, they don't want their home to change.
What are some signs of emotional abuse in children?
Feelings of worthlessness, low-self esteem, anger outbursts, statements of feeling unloved or not cared for, feeling guilty, etc.
TRUE or FALSE, neglect is the most common form of abuse
True, 60% of kids who experienced abuse were neglected.
Child is punished by having to wear the same outfit all week without washing it
What is neglect or emotional abuse?
What is the term for when an individual manipulates someone using psychological methods into questioning their own sanity or powers of reasoning.
Gaslighting
How might it effect a child when they see another individual get physically abused?
feeling scared, nervous, confused, angry, sad, guilty, etc.
What are some signs of an adult that may have experienced emotional abuse?
Verbal aggression, avoiding close relationships, low self esteem, etc.
TRUE or FALSE, abuse only counts if it's violent.
False, neglect can be just as harmful as physical or emotional abuse.
The caregiver throws the remote control at the child for asking if they could change the channel.
What is physical abuse?
What is the term used for the practice of persuading someone to do something by using force or threats.
Coercion
Who's responsibility is it to make sure kids are safe and something is done when a child is abused?
Adults, especially mandated reporters like social workers, teacher, etc.
How do our emotions manifest physically?
Headaches, stomach upset, shakiness, etc.
TRUE or FALSE, child neglect is always done on purpose.
False. Child neglect is not always on purpose. Sometimes, a caregiver becomes physically or mentally unable to care for a child.
The caregiver calls the child "stupid" while helping them with math homework.
What is a parent or guardian's failure to provide adequate medical care for their child or children?
Medical neglect
What are some examples of physical abuse?
Hitting, punching, kicking, throwing or hitting with other objects
What are some examples of emotional abuse?
Put downs/harsh and unwelcome criticism, threats, humiliation, making offensive jokes about someone, etc.
Give an example of a parent's role vs. a kid's role
A parent can provide kids with basic needs (food/water/shelter/clothes, safety, rules.
A kid helps out with reasonable chores, does their homework, goes to school, etc.
The caregiver gives their 4 year old the responsibility of making his own dinner, and if he doesn't, he won't eat.
What is emotional abuse or neglect?
What is a failure of the parent or caregiver to enroll a child of mandatory school age in school or to provide appropriate homeschooling or needed special educational training?
Educational Neglect