Child Abuse |
As a survivor of childhood abuse I become angry, and overwhelmed with the facts on child abuse. I find this topic to be a difficult one and an unchanging one. Child abuse and neglect affects children of all ages. It is recongnized as a problem of epidemic proportions. Child abuse crosses all socioeconomic levels, race and color it has no boundaries. Any child could be affected by child abuse. Sex offenders come in all shapes and sizes, from any part of society and any sexual preference. From neighbors, priest, pastors, teachers, a family friend, a father, mother, sister, brother, uncle, aunt. The list goes on. As parents we are the protectors of our children and we have to be aware; alert and watchful as to who is around our children. Never allowing ourselves to become blinded because of the status of an individual. The worst thing is a parent who is blind or pretends to be blind. Loved ones, friends and caring others also have the obligation to protect our children who are so gentle and innocence, not allowing anyone to hurt a child. Keeping an eye open to what's going on. If a child is afraid of someone don't force the child to go to them. If a child tells you that something happen; believe them, these are not fantacies a child created on his or her own. Children need to be protected and cared for, and making believe it isn't out there isn't going to stop it! They need to believe that someone believes them, that someone will protect them. They need an ear and a heart, not disbelieve. Child sexual abuse occurs, when sexual activity such as exposure of genitalia, fondling, intercourse, oral sex, or pornograhy (exposure to or involvement in.) is enacted with a minor; by a person who holds power over the event. The power difference eliminates consent! Listen to the children! If your child tells you that something has happened----LISTEN I have put some helpful links to websites that will further explain Child Abuse. |
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Child Abuse Help Links |
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