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Physical child abuse is a serious problem. Here are some facts:

·       A report of child abuse happens every 10 seconds.

·       Five children die each day from child abuse. Most children who die from abuse are under 3 years old.

·       Most children are abused at home or by someone they know. They often love this person, or are afraid of them, so they do not tell anyone.

·       Child abuse can happen to a child of any race, religion, or economic status.

HELP AN ABUSED CHILD

Learn about the signs of child abuse. Recognize when a child might be abused. Get early help for abused children.

If you think a child is being abused, contact a health care provider, the police, or child protective services in your city, county or state.

·       Call 911 for any child in immediate danger because of abuse or neglect.

·       You can also call Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline 1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453). Crisis counselors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Interpreters are available to help in 170 languages. The counselor on the phone can help you figure out what steps to take next. All calls are anonymous and confidential.

Other types of child abuse are:

·       Neglect and emotional abuse

·       Sexual abuse

·       Shaken baby syndrome

PHYSICAL CHILD ABUSE

Physical child abuse is when a person physically hurts a child. The abuse is not an accident. Here are some examples of physical child abuse:

·       Hitting and beating a child

·       Hitting a child with an object, such as a belt or a stick

·       Kicking a child

·       Burning a child with hot water, a cigarette, or an iron

·       Holding a child under water

·       Tying up a child

·       Severely shaking a baby

Symptoms

SIGNS OF PHYSICAL ABUSE

Signs of physical abuse in a child include:

·       Sudden change in behavior or school performance

·       Alertness, watching for something bad to happen

·       Acting out behavior

·       Leaving home early, going home late, and not wanting to go home

·       Fear when approached by adults

Other signs include unexplained injuries or a strange explanation of injuries, such as:

·       Black eyes

·       Broken bones that cannot be explained. For example, infants who do not crawl or walk usually do not have broken bones.

·       Bruise marks shaped like hands, fingers, or objects (such as a belt)

·       Bruises that cannot be explained by usual child activities

·       Bulging fontanelle (soft spot) or separated sutures in an infant's skull

·       Burn marks, such as cigarette burns

·       Choke marks around the neck

·       Circular marks around the wrists or ankles from twisting or being tied up

·       Human bite marks

·       Lash marks

·       Unexplained unconsciousness in an infant

Warning signs that an adult that may be abusing a child:

·       Cannot explain or gives strange explanations for a child's injuries

·       Talks about the child in a negative way

·       Uses harsh discipline

·       Was abused as a child

·       Alcohol or drug problems

·       Emotional problems or mental illness

·       High stress

·       Does not look after the child's hygiene or care

·       Does not seem to love or have concern for the child

Treatment

GETTING HELP FOR THE CHILD AND FAMILY

The child may need medical treatment and counseling. Abused children can be seriously hurt. Children may also have emotional problems.

Counseling and support groups are available for children and for abusive parents who want to get help.

There are state and other government departments or agencies that are responsible for the protection of children younger than age 18. Child protection agencies usually make a decision whether the child should go into foster care or can return home. Child protection agencies generally make every effort to reunite families when possible. The system varies from state to state, but usually involves a family court or a court that handles child abuse cases.

Source https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001552.htm

Contents

Types of Domestic Violence

Signs of Domestic Violence

How to get Help

How to Help a Loved one

Domestic violence is when a person uses abusive behavior to control a partner or other family member. The abuse can be physical, emotional, economic, or sexual. It can affect people of any age, sex, culture, or class. When domestic violence is aimed at a child, it is called child abuse. Domestic violence is a crime.

Types of Domestic Violence

Domestic violence can include any of these behaviors:

·       Physical abuse, including hitting, kicking, biting, slapping, choking, or attacking with a weapon.

·       Sexual abuse, forcing someone to have any type of sexual activity he or she does not want.

·       Emotional abuse, including name-calling, humiliation, threats to the person or his or her family, or not letting the person see family or friends.

·       Economic abuse, such as controlling access to money or bank accounts.

Signs of Domestic Violence

Most people do not start out in abusive relationships. The abuse often starts slowly and gets worse over time, as the relationship deepens.

Some signs that your partner may be abusive include:

·       Wanting most of your time

·       Hurting you and saying it is your fault

·       Trying to control what you do or whom you see

·       Keeping you from seeing family or friends

·       Being overly jealous of time you spend with others

·       Pressuring you to do things you do not want to do, such as having sex or doing drugs

·       Keeping you from going to work or school

·       Putting you down

·       Intimidating you or threatening your family or pets

·       Accusing you of having affairs

·       Controlling your finances

·       Threatening to hurt himself or herself if you leave

How to get Help

Leaving an abusive relationship is not easy. You may be afraid your partner will harm you if you leave, or that you will not have the financial or emotional support you need.

Domestic violence is not your fault. You cannot stop your partner's abuse. But you can find ways to get help for yourself.

·       Tell someone. The first step in getting out of an abusive relationship is often telling someone else about it. You can talk to a friend, family member, your health care provider, or a clergy member.

·       Have a safety plan. This is a plan in case you need to leave a violent situation right away. Decide where you will go and what you will bring. Gather important items you will need, like credit cards, cash, or papers, in case you need to leave quickly. You can also pack a suitcase and keep it with a family member or friend.

·       Get medical care. If you are hurt, get medical care from your provider or at the emergency room.

·       Call the police. DO NOT hesitate to call the police if you are in danger. Domestic violence is a crime.

How to Help a Loved one

If a friend or family member is being abused, there are many ways you can help.

·       Offer support. Your loved one may feel scared, alone, or ashamed. Let him or her know you are there to help however you can.

·       DO NOT judge. Leaving an abusive relationship is difficult. Your loved one may stay in the relationship despite the abuse. Or, your loved one may leave and return many times. Try to support these choices, even if you do not agree with them.

·       Help with a safety plan. Suggest that your loved one make a safety plan in case of danger. Offer your home as a safe zone if he or she needs to leave, or help find another safe place.

·       Find help. Help your loved one connect with a national hotline or a domestic violence agency in your area.

Source: https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000816.htm