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Here’s good information on the facts and signs of sexual abuse, normal sexual behavior, and offender behaviors.
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What if your child is being sexually abused? Here’s how to help your child and how to report the abuse.
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You need to talk openly to your child about sexual abuse, early and often. But what to say? Here’s help.
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cfchildrenCommittee for Children@cfchildren·
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Wondering what to say if your child discloses sexual abuse? Stay calm and assure them they did the right thing, that you believe them, and that you’ll keep them safe.

Find more resources and conversation tips at https://t.co/mcJW7nitFV

#ChildAbusePreventionMonth

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cfchildrenCommittee for Children@cfchildren·
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It’s normal to feel nervous when talking to kids about #safety for private body parts, but the more you bring it up, the more natural it will feel each time.

Keep your kids safe by planning your talk today: https://t.co/3smFpaOX71

#HotChocolateTalk #ChildAbusePreventionMonth

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cfchildrenCommittee for Children@cfchildren·
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One in four girls report experiencing sexual abuse before the age of 18. We can change this reality by talking to kids about prevention.

Have the Hot Chocolate Talk today: https://t.co/3smFpaxmft

#ChildAbusePreventionMonth #HotChocolateTalk #endchildabuse

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