Resources

= ﻿Resources = = ﻿ Everyone has the ability to help a child and make a difference in their life. If you suspect any type of neglect or abuse report it. There are child abuse hotlines such as 1800-4-a-child, 1800-656-HOPE, 1888-PREVENT or you can call your local DSS office. You can report anonymously. When talking to an abused child remain calm or denial, do not show the child your shock or disgust which can cause the child to feel more shame. Don’t interrogate the child, let them so the talking as to not confuse or overwhelm the child. Reassure the child that they haven’t done anything wrong because they often feel guilty or that they deserve the way that they’ve been treated. Safety is the most important thing so if you feel that you or the child’s safety could be in jeopardy by intervening, be very careful and notify professionals immediately. If you feel that you or someone you know is showing abusive behavior seek help, parenting is very overwhelming and difficult and if you see yourself unable to stop your anger, or feeling emotional disconnect from your child, feeling you’re unable to meet daily needs for your child then you may need to seek additional support from family or professionals, don’t be ashamed. Therapy is an important part of healing for everyone involved with the abuse. =