10 Signs of child abuse
Unexplained injuries. Visible signs of physical abuse may
include unexplained burns or
bruises in the shape of objects. You
may also hear unconvincing
explanations of a child’s injuries.
Changes in behavior. Abuse can lead to many changes in
a child’s behavior. Abused
children often appear scared, anxious,
depressed, withdrawn or more
aggressive.
Returning to earlier behaviors. Abused children may
display behaviors shown at
earlier ages, such as thumb-sucking,
bed-wetting, fear of the dark or
strangers. For some children, even
loss of acquired language or
memory problems may be an issue.
Fear of going home. Abused children may express
apprehension or anxiety about
leaving school or about going
places with the person who is
abusing them.
Changes in eating. The stress, fear and anxiety caused by
abuse can lead to changes in a
child’s eating behaviors, which
may
result in weight gain or weight loss.
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