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trigger warning // abuse and sexual assault
april is child abuse and sexual assault prevention month, with that i’m going to share my story and some facts about both types of abuse.
april is child abuse and sexual assault prevention month, with that i’m going to share my story and some facts about both types of abuse.
physical child abuse.
it’s physical abuse when the child/minor is being hit, burned, shaken, thrown, bitten, or any other types of physical harm.
signs of physical abuse are unexplained wounds or bruises over and over in the same places, like a pattern,
it’s physical abuse when the child/minor is being hit, burned, shaken, thrown, bitten, or any other types of physical harm.
signs of physical abuse are unexplained wounds or bruises over and over in the same places, like a pattern,
crying or being distressed when having to go to the location where the abuse is happening, flinching when someone comes close or yells, or wearing clothing that covers their body to hide marks.physical abuse is so hard on victims. the images never go away and replay in the mind
emotional child abuse.
it’s emotional abuse when the child/minor is being verbally beaten down. they’re emotions are invalidated and they are constantly insulted. signs of emotional abuse are sudden change in personality, going from confident and gregarious to insecure and quiet
it’s emotional abuse when the child/minor is being verbally beaten down. they’re emotions are invalidated and they are constantly insulted. signs of emotional abuse are sudden change in personality, going from confident and gregarious to insecure and quiet
they blame themselves and over apologize when anything goes wrong even if it is clearly not their fault. when the victim gets a text or call from their abuser, their mood changes profusely. children who are emotionally abused grow up to feel very extreme emotions
they are more likely to develop eating disorders and sleep disorders.
emotional abuse is JUST as serious as physical abuse. just because you can’t see the wounds, doesn’t mean they aren’t there.
emotional abuse is JUST as serious as physical abuse. just because you can’t see the wounds, doesn’t mean they aren’t there.
sexual assault and abuse.
this is when an individual is forced to participate in any activity where the abuser is aroused. most common forms of sexual assault is when the victim is forced to undress, being touched or rubbed inappropriately, being forced to watch the abuser
this is when an individual is forced to participate in any activity where the abuser is aroused. most common forms of sexual assault is when the victim is forced to undress, being touched or rubbed inappropriately, being forced to watch the abuser
participate in a sexual act with another or with themselves, or encouraging the victim to act in a sexual way.
signs that others have been sexually abused include withdrawing from friends and family, having nightmares, wetting the bed without doing it before, & knowing about
signs that others have been sexually abused include withdrawing from friends and family, having nightmares, wetting the bed without doing it before, & knowing about
sexual activities that they are too young to even think about. physical signs are walking and sitting weird as well as wearing clothing that completely covers the body. the abuser is often someone who is close to the victim, they’ll often threaten to harm them or others if the
victim speaks up about what’s happening.
neglect is when a parent or caregiver repeatedly doesn’t meet the needs for a child. often not giving them enough food, not scheduling doctor/dentist appointments, and not washing clothes or sheets properly.
neglect is when a parent or caregiver repeatedly doesn’t meet the needs for a child. often not giving them enough food, not scheduling doctor/dentist appointments, and not washing clothes or sheets properly.
the following image explains ways you can tell that a child is being neglected at home. most of the time it’s not only the child that needs help, the parent does too. they could be struggling with addiction, untreated mental illness, not knowing how to take care of children, etc
if you think you or another person is being abused in any shape or form, even if it’s not listed, please seek help. go to a trusted adult like a teacher or family member. call 911 if it’s an emergency or call the abuse hotline (1-800-799-SAFE or 7223)
LAST TWEET
any abuse you’ve experienced is not your fault, it never is or was. you are worth more than your trauma. please seek help if you haven’t already, if you’d like to talk about anything dm me, i’ll listen to you or give advice
you are loved. i love you
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any abuse you’ve experienced is not your fault, it never is or was. you are worth more than your trauma. please seek help if you haven’t already, if you’d like to talk about anything dm me, i’ll listen to you or give advice
you are loved. i love you