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National leader in developing: Programs Policies Training Research Evaluation. What is Child Abuse?. Mistreatment of child Causing harm to Neglecting and/or beating Four different types. Neglect. Most common Failing to provide basic needs. Emotional Abuse. AKA verbal abuse
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National leader in developing: • Programs • Policies • Training • Research • Evaluation
What is Child Abuse? Mistreatment of child Causing harm to Neglecting and/or beating Four different types
Neglect Most common Failing to provide basic needs
Emotional Abuse AKA verbal abuse Constant belittling, shaming, and humiliating Frequent yelling, threatening, or bullying
Physical Abuse • Harm or injury • Abusers justify actions • Form of discipline • Discipline = Right from wrong • Abuse =Living in fear
Sexual Abuse Most complicated “Let this be our little secret” Shame factor = Hard to admit
Causes Stressful lives Mental illness Drugs/alcohol Financial problems Depression
Solutions • Education • Facebook • Clever way to put light on a tough subject
The American Humane Association • Nonprofit • Ensures welfare of children & animals • Education, training, and advocacy • Goals • Prevent cruelty, abuse, neglect & exploitation.
Conclusion You are their hope for the future.