What are the typical signs that a child has been sexually abused?
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Wiki User
September 02, 2007 7:04PM
They need your support. Explain to them that they need to tell the proper authorities. Let them know that you are there for them. Do not pressure or judge them. Let them talk about it at their own pace. They have went through something tramatic and need a friend and support system.
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What are possible signs a child may be the victim of abuse?

Abuse is typically physical, emotional, or sexual in nature and
can include neglect. There are many possible signs that a child may
be the victim of varying kinds of abuse, and many of these signs
can also be signs that other things are wrong besides abuse. Using
lists of possible warning signs should be treated with caution. For
example, speaking of sexual abuse only, some of the signs can
include:
Bedwetting
Emotional/behavioral changes
Inappropriately touching other children or adults
Knowledge of sexual acts beyond one's age range
Using sexual language beyond one's age range
Behaving sexually in public (ie, masturbating, undressing)
Many of these things can be signs of other issues or problems
completely unrelated to being sexually abused, so consulting an
expert in the suspected variety of abuse can be helpful.
While many signs of abuse, sexual and otherwise, can be signs of
other things, you can consult a child advocacy center in your area
or find a prevention organization specific to the variety of abuse
you are concerned about.
Googling, for example, "emotional child abuse advocacy" can find
some organizations. For sexual abuse, Stop It Now! can be a great
starting point, as can Darkness to Light, state-specific CASA
(Coalition Against Sexual Assault/Abuse) organizations, and The
Mama Bear Effect can be good resources.