Signs, symptoms and effects Who is affected Keeping children safe Legislation, policy and guidance Facts and statistics Research and resources Physical abuse is deliberately hurting a child causing injuries such as bruises, broke
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sexual abuse
A child is sexually abused when they are forced or persuaded to take part in sexual activities.
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self harm
Self-harm is when somebody intentionally damages or injures their body. It's usually a way of coping with or expressing overwhelming emotional distress
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emotional abuse
Emotional abuse is the ongoing emotional maltreatment or emotional neglect of a child. It’s sometimes called psychological abuse and can seriously damage a child’s emotional health and development
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substance abuse
use of psychoactive substances, including alcohol and illicit drugs
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A child is sexually abused when they are forced or persuaded to take part in sexual activities.
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sexual abuse
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Self-harm is when somebody intentionally damages or injures their body. It's usually a way of coping with or expressing overwhelming emotional distress
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Emotional abuse is the ongoing emotional maltreatment or emotional neglect of a child. It’s sometimes called psychological abuse and can seriously damage a child’s emotional health and development
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use of psychoactive substances, including alcohol and illicit drugs
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