Child Abuse: An Overview
> Signs of Child Neglect
Child's Appearance and Behavior:
Abuses alcohol or other drugs; Begs for or steals food; Consistently dirty, unwashed, hungry, or inappropriately dressed; Constantly tired or listless; Engages in dangerous activities; Engages in delinquent acts; Has unattended physical problems or lacks routine medical care; Has been abandoned or is without supervision for extended periods of time; Is exploited or overworked; Lacks adult supervision; Lacks treatment for a medical condition or lacks of dental care; Loses weight or fails to gain weight; Needs but doesn't have eyeglasses; Skips or misses school frequently.2,10Caretaker's Behavior:
Misuses alcohol or other drugs; Maintains chaotic home life; Shows evidence of apathy or futility; Is mentally ill or of diminished intelligence; Has history of neglect as a child; Overly self absorbed.10Child Abuse: Just One Story
Child Abuse Introduction | Signs of Child Abuse
Child Abuse Statistics | It's Under Reported
Effects of Child Abuse on Children: Abuse General
Effects of Child Abuse on Children: Child Sexual Abuse
Injuries to Children: Physical and Sexual Abuse
Effects of Child Abuse on Adults: Childhood Abuse
Effects of Child Abuse on Adults: Childhood Sexual Abuse
Definition of Physical Abuse | Signs of Physical Abuse
Definition of Sexual Abuse | Signs of Sexual Abuse
Definition of Child Neglect | Signs of Child Neglect
Definition of Emotional Abuse | Signs of Emotional Abuse
Abusers | Pedophiles
Child Physical Abuse and Corporal Punishment
Treatment for Child Abuse
Costs to Society
Conclusions
References
State Child Abuse Laws
Nationwide Crisis Line and Hotline Directory
National Non-Governmental Organizations and Links
U.S. Government Organizations and Links