Recognize the warning Signs

• Nervousness around adults
• Aggression toward adults or other children
• Inability to stay awake or to concentrate for extended periods
• Sudden, dramatic changes in personality or activities
• Unnatural inerest in sex
• Frequent or unexplained bruises or injuries
• Low self-esteem
• Poor hygiene

If you see these signs in any children you konw, reach out to them and to their parents and offer a helping hand.

Remember the risk Factors

• Seem to be having economic, housing or personal problems
• Are isolated from their family or community
• Have difficulty controlling anger or stress
• Are dealing with physical or mental health issues
• Abuse alcohol or drugs
• Appear uninterested in the care, nourishment or safety of their children

By helping parents who might be struggling with any of these challenges, you reduce the likelihood that their children will be abused or neglected. Reach out to the children, too, and show them that you care.