Information on Child Abuse
"The statistics on physical child abuse are alarming. It is estimated hundreds of thousands of children are physically abused each year by a parent or close relative. Thousands actually die as a result of the abuse. For those who survive, the emotional trauma remains long after the external bruises have healed."
-American Academy of Child Adolescent Psychiatry
Below is a list of resources about child abuse in the United States.
Child Abuse - The Hidden Bruises
Facts and resources about child abuse and related topics geared for the family. Available through American Academy of Child Adolescent Psychiatry.
Sexual Abuse of Boys
A comprehensive fact sheet about the sexual abuse of boy, put together by Prevent Child Abuse America.
What is Child Abuse?
An overview of child abuse, with links to additional information about the different types of abuse. Hosted by NSPCC.
Child Abuse Facts and Stats
A link list to facts and stats on abuse. Though not entirely up-to-date, they link to reputable sources. A list of related links is also available. Produced by childabuse.com.
-American Academy of Child Adolescent Psychiatry
Below is a list of resources about child abuse in the United States.
Child Abuse - The Hidden Bruises
Facts and resources about child abuse and related topics geared for the family. Available through American Academy of Child Adolescent Psychiatry.
Sexual Abuse of Boys
A comprehensive fact sheet about the sexual abuse of boy, put together by Prevent Child Abuse America.
What is Child Abuse?
An overview of child abuse, with links to additional information about the different types of abuse. Hosted by NSPCC.
Child Abuse Facts and Stats
A link list to facts and stats on abuse. Though not entirely up-to-date, they link to reputable sources. A list of related links is also available. Produced by childabuse.com.