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ABOUT CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE

Ages 6 to 13

WHO COULD YOU TELL?

Establish a Body Safety Circle!  While we may assume our children will come to us first if they need help, realistically, we need to accept that…

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BEWARE OF BRIBES

While abusers may attempt to bribe young children with toys or candy, when it involves older children it can become more complex. Let your children know…

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CREATE A CODE WORD

Pick a simple word or phrase that your child can use to communicate to you that they’re feeling uncomfortable or unsafe but can’t say it.…

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TEACH THEM HOW TO TALK TO STRANGERS

The idea that kids should never talk to strangers, can actually put them at greater risk if they should find themselves in a situation where they are…

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IT’S NOT JUST A SEX TALK

Most professionals agree that we need to explain puberty and sexual intercourse to our children. It may be to your advantage to explain it sooner rather…

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THE BULLYING CONNECTION

The characteristics of bullying and sexual abuse perpetrated by minors is often similar: A positive attitude toward violence A need to dominate others,…

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SIBLINGS

Sibling abuse is suggested to be one of the most under-reported forms of child sexual abuse. Although there is limited data on the prevalence of it, the…

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SEXUAL RESPONSE AND RESPONSIBILITY (10 YEARS+)

“It is important that your child know that as thinking, conscious human beings we have the opportunity to think about how to deal with our own arousal…

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SEXUAL ABUSE IS A CRIME

Don’t assume your children know right from wrong – make sure of it. Let your child know that sexual abuse is a crime. This might seem obvious,…

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CONFIDENT KIDS ARE LESS SUSCEPTIBLE TO GROOMING

All children crave love, affection, and attention. They need to know that they are special and appreciated. Abusers know this, and use it to their advantage…

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EMPATHY, RESPECT, COMPASSION – FOR ALL PEOPLE

We must raise children to respect all life. We cannot pick and choose which people/things deserve better treatment than others, it must be understood…

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A MORAL OBLIGATION TO HELP OTHERS

Being a good person isn’t just about not hurting others; it’s about helping others. Your child may witness or suspect abuse of another child,…

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