Unfortunately, child sexual abuse is not uncommon. If you find out a child has been sexually abused, it’s important to ensure the child feels safe before determining how to help them. You can call a helpline, utilize helpful resources, or contact an attorney for legal...
Childhood is made up of experiences- good and bad- that shape who you will become as an adult. From the time we are born, we are being shaped as a person. The love and connection we feel with our families help us to become healthy, well-adjusted adults. When we are...
Every April we observe National Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising public awareness and empowering all survivors of childhood maltreatment. Institutionalized child abuse is one area of abuse that plagues thousands of child and adult survivors...
Child abuse has long-lasting effects on families and especially children. It can affect children’s physical, mental and emotional health beyond childhood. There are immediate effects to abuse and impacts that may not be seen until the teenage years or adulthood....
There are many different types of child abuse. Regardless of the kind of abuse (physical, mental, sexual), different abuse types can result in various physical and behavioral indicators. Physical Indicators of Abuse A child may have physical signs that they are...
A Note from American SPCC: April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month and also Sexual Assault Awareness Month,  annual observances in the United States dedicated to raising awareness of preventing child abuse and sexual assault....
A Note from American SPCC: April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, an annual observance in the United States dedicated to raising awareness and preventing child abuse. Did you know that each week, the equivalent of a...
Children’s Trust Fund of Oregon and Prevent Child Abuse Oregon “Pinwheels for Prevention” campaign Repost | Originally Posted: Monday, April 21, 2014 6:00 am The News Guard | 0 comments Across the state, bright blue pinwheels will be displayed at...