Things to remember if you are abused
CATEGORY:
Caregivers, Prevention Education, Survivors | DATE:
January 14, 2018
There are some important things to remember if you are abused. It’s Your Body No one has the right to touch you. You can say No. Abuse Is Never Your Fault Even if you don’t say no, it is NEVER
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Signs sometimes shown by abused children
CATEGORY:
Caregivers | DATE:
January 14, 2018
Children who have been abused often show many different types of signs and symptoms. Children may regress to earlier developmental periods and show other changes that are out of the ordinary for them. Here are just a few of the
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Informational Links
CATEGORY:
Professionals | DATE:
January 14, 2018
The websites listed below provides valuable information regarding child sexual abuse and neglect. National Children’s Alliance– Empowering local communities to serve child victims of abuse. National Children’s Advocacy Center – https://www.nationalcac.org/ Department of Children & Family Services– Building a stronger
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What happens during an investigation?
CATEGORY:
Caregivers, Professionals | DATE:
January 12, 2018
Following are the basic steps to an investigation of child sexual abuse. Someone reports suspicion of abuse to authorities, either law enforcement or the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). Interviews with the child are conducted, usually at the
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