Know The Facts

• What is child abuse?
• Signs of Abuse & Neglect
• Effects of Child Abuse & Neglect on Children
• The Cost of Abuse
• Child Abuse & Neglect in Virginia
• Keys to Prevention
• Resources for Parents
• Report Suspected Abuse

Know the Facts

What is child abuse

There are four different types of abuse:

Physical: injuries, such as beatings, burns (including hot water scalds), and bites

Verbal: constant criticism, insults, the withholding of love

Sexual: Rape, fondling of the genitals, incest

Neglect: failure to provide appropriate food, clothing, shelter, or medical care to the extent that the child's health or safety in endangered