Child Abuse by Kat https://padlet.com/obertkatherine/s004c3ltvfsb en-us 2016-07-04 19:23:09 UTC 2016-07-04 19:35:14 UTC hello@padlet.com Child Abuse  obertkatherine https://padlet.com/obertkatherine/s004c3ltvfsb/wish/115914340 Child abuse is not all bruises and broken bones. Ignoring children, putting them in dangerous situations, or making a child feel worthless are also child abuse. Regardless if the child abuse is emotional or physical, it causes serious harm to the child. ]]> 2016-07-04 19:24:46 UTC https://padlet.com/obertkatherine/s004c3ltvfsb/wish/115914340 Possible Signs of Child Abuse  obertkatherine https://padlet.com/obertkatherine/s004c3ltvfsb/wish/115914384
  • Behavior changes such as fear, anxiety, depression, aggression or withdrawal, not wanting to go home, or appearing afraid of certain individuals
  • Overly sexualized behavior or use of explicit sexual language that's inappropriate for the child's age
  • Changes in sleeping patterns including frequent nightmares, difficulty falling asleep
  • Changes in school performance and attendance, such as being unable to concentrate in class or frequent absences
  • Eating habits that lead to extreme weight gain or loss
  • Visible unexplained injuries such as burns, bruises, or broken bones
  • Use of drugs or alcohol
  • Trouble walking or sitting
    • ]]>     2016-07-04 19:27:17 UTC https://padlet.com/obertkatherine/s004c3ltvfsb/wish/115914384     Effects of Child Abuse obertkatherine https://padlet.com/obertkatherine/s004c3ltvfsb/wish/115914393
  • Lack of trust and relationship difficulties.  Abuse by a primary caregiver damages the most fundamental relationship as a child—that you will safely, reliably get your physical and emotional needs met by the person who is responsible for your care. Without this base, it is very difficult to learn to trust people or know who is trustworthy. This can lead to difficulty maintaining relationships due to fear of being controlled or abused. It can also lead to unhealthy relationships because the adult doesn’t know what a good relationship is.
  • Core feelings of being “worthless” or “damaged.” If you’ve been told over and over again as a child that you are stupid or no good, it is very difficult to overcome these core feelings. You may experience them as reality. Adults may not strive for more education, or settle for a job that may not pay enough, because they don’t believe they can do it or are worth more. Sexual abuse survivors, with the stigma and shame surrounding the abuse, often especially struggle with a feeling of being damaged.
  • Trouble regulating emotions. Abused children cannot express emotions safely. As a result, the emotions get stuffed down, coming out in unexpected ways. Adult survivors of child abuse can struggle with unexplained anxiety, depression, or anger. They may turn to alcohol or drugs to numb out the painful feelings.

    • ]]>     2016-07-04 19:28:07 UTC https://padlet.com/obertkatherine/s004c3ltvfsb/wish/115914393     How to Help Abused Children  obertkatherine https://padlet.com/obertkatherine/s004c3ltvfsb/wish/115914465 If you suspect that a child is being abused, or if a child confides in you that they have been hurt or harmed by someone, it is very important to keep calm and tell the child you believe them. You should show interest and concern while reassuring and supporting the child.]]> 2016-07-04 19:32:14 UTC https://padlet.com/obertkatherine/s004c3ltvfsb/wish/115914465