Child Abuse Comes In Many Forms

Neglect is the failure of parents or caretakers to provide for a child’s basic needs. This can be both physical and emotional.

Physical abuse is inflicting a non-accidental physical injury upon a child. This may include burning, hitting, punching, shaking, kicking, beating or otherwise harming a child.

Sexual abuse is inappropriate sexual behavior with a child. This can include fondling, touching, pornography, etc.

This includes injury to a child’s psychological or emotional stability. This can be belittling, harsh criticism, lack of emotional attachment.