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Types of Child Abuse   |   Child Abuse FAQ    |  Protect your Child    |     Signs & Symptoms   

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Protect Your Child

Talk to your Child

  • Be calm and confident before discussing this topic with your child.
  • Do not scare your child; your tone should be neutral, educational, and empowering.
  • Let your child know that you are always there for them and always want to protect them.
  • Talk to your child about the differences between Secret & Surprises.
  • Teach your child that the parts of their body that a bathing suit covers are private parts and that no one is allowed to see or touch them there.
  • Allow time for your child to process and to ask you questions.
  • Have your child identify three safe people they can talk to if someone ever makes them uncomfortable.
  • Make talking to your child about body safety an ongoing conversation rather than a one time event.
  • It’s important not to interrogate children. Ask simple, open-ended questions in a calm manner: “Is there a time you have felt scared?  Has anyone asked you to keep a secret?

Ask questions!

  • If your child stays the night elsewhere, know who will be there.
  • Notice their behavior around adults before and after being alone with them.
  • If your child is reluctant to go certain places or to be with certain people, ask questions.
  • Know what your child is doing on their phone, and know passwords.

Remember

Remember

  • If a child does reveal something concerning, believe the child. 
  • Reassure him/her that he/she has done the right thing in telling you and that what happened is absolutely not their fault. 
  • Please do not interview children or contact the alleged offender.
  • Report your concerns to CPS or local law enforcement agency.

 Information from:

Dallas Children's Advocacy Center, Children's Advocacy Center of Texas 

and National Children's Alliance

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