Child abuse and neglect

Autora: Mónica P. Diner

Is any damage inflicted on a child by an older, stronger or more authoritative person, who can even be a member of the child’s family.

Is any damage produced by lack of care.

Physical violence : Is anything which may damage the body such as beating or hurting.

Emotional maltreatment: Is anything which may damage the child’s self-esteem, such as insults and ridiculing.

Sexual abuse: Is to make the child participate in any sexual activity, from having a real sexual relation to touching or being forced to look at the private parts of the body.

Centro de Prevención Interdisciplinario del Abuso Infantil

Center for Interdisciplinary Prevention of Child Abuse