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Protecting the child from perpetrators of sexual abuse is adult’s responsibility.
Learn the facts about the prevalence of child sexual abuse; where it occurs most frequently, the signs and ways by which it can be prevented. child sexual abuse can happen in the home, or at school and by a trusted person.
Minimize the opportunity of abuse by eliminating or reducing opportunities for children to be in isolated, one-on-one situations with adults or other youth.
Talk to children about sexual abuse; as one of the best protections against sexual abuse is parent’s relationship with their children. Parents need to have open conversations with children about body safety, sex and body boundaries.
Recognize the signs. Parents should be able to recognize the signs of abuse in children. These signs include anxiety, insomnia, increased reports of fear, as well as poor self-esteem.
React responsibly. Parents should understand how to respond to suspicious reports of child sexual abuse. Believing the child’s disclosure of abuse and reassuring the child of getting help will go a long way in protecting the child.