Recognising abuse
Child abuse is when a child is intentionally harmed by an adult or another child – it can be over a period of time but can also be a one-off action. It can be physical, sexual or emotional and it can happen in person or online. It can also be a lack of love, care and attention. There are different types of child abuse and the signs that a child is being abused may depend on the type.
It is important that we understand the different types of abuse so we can spot the signs as quickly as possible.
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