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Child Abuse Prevention Information and Resources

Child Abuse Prevention Information and Resources

Subsection that includes a plethora of child abuse resources - videos, statistics, blogs, podcasts with experts, safety tips, where to report, partners, and scheduling presentations

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Empowering Early Childhood Development

Empowering Early Childhood Development

The first three years of life are the most important for lifelong mental health and well-being.

Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
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“Little April” Short Film

“Little April” Short Film

This short film powerfully examines how systems fail youth, offers inspiration.

Child Welfare Providers
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Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Legal Requirements
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Signs and Symptoms
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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What is Modern Slavery?

What is Modern Slavery?

Slavery still exists. 49.6 million people are trapped in slavery around the world today. One in four is a child. Over half are women and girls.

Child Welfare Providers
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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Best Practice Protocols
Child Safety and Protection
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Legal Requirements
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Articles
Chosen: Stop Predators in Public School

Chosen: Stop Predators in Public School

If a child is on a device that is connected to the internet, chances are they’ve already been exposed to some type of predator. If your students know the signs of recruitment, they will be able to take action before they, or their friend falls victim.

Child Welfare Providers
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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
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Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Legal Requirements
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Training
EXPLOITED: Understanding Domestic Minor Sex Trafficking

EXPLOITED: Understanding Domestic Minor Sex Trafficking

This training resource offers a comprehensive understanding of domestic minor sex trafficking (DMST). The course includes information about victims, traffickers, common tactics, and online exploitation, as well as appropriate responses.

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Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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Video Games and Gaming

Video Games and Gaming

According to a 2018 study by the Pew Research Institute, 97% of American teen boys and 83% of American teen girls play video games.

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Adolescents
Adolescents
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Apps Popular with Youth

Apps Popular with Youth

List of the most recent apps, what they do and how they are used.

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Promising Practices in Combatting Juvenile Sex Trafficking surrounding Large Events and Beyond

Promising Practices in Combatting Juvenile Sex Trafficking surrounding Large Events and Beyond

Proactive, interagency, multidisciplinary collaboration has proven helpful in effectively addressing human trafficking surrounding large events, such as the Super Bowl, as multiple municipal entities, neighboring law enforcement agencies, various service providers, local and visiting volunteers, and heightened media focus are generally involved.

Child Welfare Providers
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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Legal Requirements
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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Call for Help

Call for Help

Helpline phone numbers for: Domestic Violence, Crime Victims, Rape & Sexual Assault….

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Child Safety and Protection
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
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The Use of the Phrase “Child Prostitute” in the Media

The Use of the Phrase “Child Prostitute” in the Media

In 2011, the FBI reported that about 293,000 children in the U.S. are at risk of being exploited and trafficked for sex. Most of these children are girls, and the average age of entry into commercial sexual exploitation is between 12 to 14.

Child Welfare Providers
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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
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Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Legal Requirements
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
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Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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The Sexual Abuse to Prison Pipeline: The Girls’ Story

The Sexual Abuse to Prison Pipeline: The Girls’ Story

Rights4Girls addresses the conditions of sexual violence, rape, exploitation, and trafficking here in the United States in the areas of policy, legislation, and law.

Child Welfare Providers
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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
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Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Legal Requirements
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
Girls’ Reflections from Inside the Justice System

Girls’ Reflections from Inside the Justice System

This article represents a compilation of girls' visual and written work about their experience with the juvenile justice system.

Child Welfare Providers
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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Legal Requirements
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
I Am The Voice

I Am The Voice

Girls' reflections from inside the justice system

Child Welfare Providers
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Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
Criminalized Survivors: Today’s Abuse to Prison Pipeline for Girls

Criminalized Survivors: Today’s Abuse to Prison Pipeline for Girls

The cycle of abuse to prison pipeline was identified in 2015 and this report discusses how public systems fail to protect the safety of survivors.

Child Welfare Providers
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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
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Child Safety and Protection
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
Buyers Unmasked: Exposing the Men Who Buy Sex & Solutions to End Exploitation

Buyers Unmasked: Exposing the Men Who Buy Sex & Solutions to End Exploitation

This report seeks to shine a light on a consistently overlooked dimension of commercial sexual exploitation: the sex buyers who fuel this destructive system.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
No Such Thing Campaign Media Recommendations

No Such Thing Campaign Media Recommendations

The No Such Thing Campaign seeks to eradicate the term “child prostitute” in language and in law.

Child Welfare Providers
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Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
The “No Such Thing” Campaign

The “No Such Thing” Campaign

This paper discusses how across the US, children are bought and sold for sex and despite the fact that many of these children are too young to consent to any sexual activity, they are not considered victims.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
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Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
Child Welfare and Domestic Child Sex Trafficking

Child Welfare and Domestic Child Sex Trafficking

This article discusses what domestic sex trafficking is and what makes youth vulnerable to trafficking.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Human Trafficking
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
The Youth Justice System and Child Sex Trafficking

The Youth Justice System and Child Sex Trafficking

Unfortunately, due to a lack of consistent screening across justice systems, survivors who are often criminalized due to behaviors related to their exploitation are placed behind bars when they are in fact victims of crime.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Human Trafficking
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
The Abuse to Prison Pipeline

The Abuse to Prison Pipeline

For girls, one of the key drivers of youth justice involvement is sexual abuse. The Abuse to Prison Pipeline is a term used to describe the pathways of gender-based violence that lead girls into the legal system as a direct result of their victimization.

Child Welfare Providers
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Child Safety and Protection
Protection and Prevention
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
Child Sex Trafficking and Black Girls

Child Sex Trafficking and Black Girls

A significant number of child sex trafficking survivors are black girls.

Child Welfare Providers
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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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CAC
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Child Safety and Protection
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
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TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
Sexual Violence Among Native Women & Girls

Sexual Violence Among Native Women & Girls

Native women and girls are over represented among sex trade survivors. 40% of sex trafficking victims in the US identified as Native American, despite being only 3% of the population.

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Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
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TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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Racial & Gender Disparities in the Sex Trade

Racial & Gender Disparities in the Sex Trade

Sex trade survivors are disproportionately women and girls of color.

Child Welfare Providers
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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Child Safety and Protection
Human Trafficking
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
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Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
The Power of Parenting: Helping Your Child After a Family Homicide Loss

The Power of Parenting: Helping Your Child After a Family Homicide Loss

Offers parents and caregivers information to help support their children after the loss of a family member due to homicide. This fact sheet highlights common reactions and experiences of children handling a family homicide loss, the importance of respecting and acknowledging grief, ways to help your child, seek professional support, as well as a list of resources to provide additional guidance for parents and caregivers.

Child Welfare Providers
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Best Practice Protocols
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Child Safety and Protection
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Parenting Guidelines
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Childhood Traumatic Grief: Information for Pediatric Providers

Childhood Traumatic Grief: Information for Pediatric Providers

This fact sheet outlines what Childhood Traumatic Grief is, who develops Childhood Traumatic Grief, the signs a child might have Childhood Traumatic Grief, how Childhood Traumatic Grief impacts physical health, how to assess children with Childhood Traumatic Grief, and what pediatric providers can do to help.

Medical Professionals
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Articles
Age-Related Reactions to a Traumatic Event

Age-Related Reactions to a Traumatic Event

Describes how young children, school-age children, and adolescents react to traumatic events and offers suggestions on how parents and caregivers can help and support them.

Child Welfare Providers
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Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Articles
16 Children & Youth Strategies for Resilience and Growth

16 Children & Youth Strategies for Resilience and Growth

Every day may present many opportunities to face challenges, set goals, and seek support for your future. Take responsibility for your growth and future by embracing these 16 practical strategies no matter your age.

Child Welfare Providers
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Adolescents
Adolescents
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Articles
16 Supportive & Parenting Strategies

16 Supportive & Parenting Strategies

It’s easy to get caught up in the challenges of parenthood, but let’s not overlook the sheer joy our children bring into our lives. Pause for a moment and recall the warmth that fills your heart when your child discovers something new or opens up to you.

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The Family First Prevention Services Act

The Family First Prevention Services Act

Family First includes long-overdue historic reforms to help keep children safely with their families and avoid the traumatic experience of entering foster care, emphasizes the importance of children growing up in families and helps ensure children are placed in the least restrictive, most family-like setting appropriate to their special needs when foster care is needed.

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How Does Exposure to Violence During Adolescence Impact Future Orientation?

How Does Exposure to Violence During Adolescence Impact Future Orientation?

Individuals with regular exposure to violence may be at higher risk of hopelessness and more likely to avoid consideration of the future in a positive way.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
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Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Articles
Safe, Secure, and Loved: Parent Education

Safe, Secure, and Loved: Parent Education

The overarching goal of this work is to provide community-led parent education for immigrant families from Mexico that supports healthy early child development.

Child Welfare Providers
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Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Articles
Child Labor Trafficking is a Health Care Issue

Child Labor Trafficking is a Health Care Issue

In the United States, the National Human Trafficking Hotline calculates that 16% of labor trafficking cases reported to them involved children.

Child Welfare Providers
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Law Enforcement
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Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Articles
Examination of a Culturally Specific Group Intervention for African American Survivors of Sexual Assault

Examination of a Culturally Specific Group Intervention for African American Survivors of Sexual Assault

Sexual assault is a pervasive health problem in the United States. In particular, African American women are at a slightly higher risk for sexual victimization when compared to women of other races.

Child Welfare Providers
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Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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What is Trauma-Informed Care: An Example

What is Trauma-Informed Care: An Example

An example to help you better understand what a trauma-informed organization might look like.

Child Welfare Providers
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Child Safety and Protection
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
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TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
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Preventing Human Trafficking Using Data-driven, Community-based Strategies

Preventing Human Trafficking Using Data-driven, Community-based Strategies

Approximately 40 million people worldwide, including many in the United States, are estimated to be victims of human trafficking — a form of modern-day slavery in which traffickers use force, fraud, or coercion to control both adults and children.

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Adolescents
Adolescents
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Legal Requirements
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
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Preventing Future Crime by Addressing Childhood Abuse and Later Non-Consensual Sexual Experiences

Preventing Future Crime by Addressing Childhood Abuse and Later Non-Consensual Sexual Experiences

Discussion on how Trauma history is linked with later criminal activity in inmates.

Law Enforcement
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Articles
Youth on Sex Offender Registries

Youth on Sex Offender Registries

Research and clinical data have identified significant differences between youth with problematic or illegal sexual behaviors and adult sexual perpetrators. Research and clinical data have identified significant differences between youth with problematic or illegal sexual behaviors and adult sexual perpetrators.

Child Welfare Providers
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Adolescents
Adolescents
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Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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How to Help Children and Teens Manage Their Stress

How to Help Children and Teens Manage Their Stress

Stress is at historic highs. Here are healthy ways for children and teens to cope

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APA Recommendations for Healthy Teen Video Viewing

APA Recommendations for Healthy Teen Video Viewing

A summary of the science with action steps regarding video viewing and adolescent well-being

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Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
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Internet Safety/Pornography
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U.S. Teens Need Far More Emotional and Social Support

U.S. Teens Need Far More Emotional and Social Support

Addressing loneliness and isolation is crucial to fighting the youth mental health crisis

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Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs)

Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs)

PCEs allow children to form strong relationships and meaningful connections, cultivate a positive self-image and self-worth, experience a sense of belonging, and build skills to cope with stress in healthy ways.

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Implementing ACEs Screening into a Pediatric Practice

Implementing ACEs Screening into a Pediatric Practice

Identifying and Treating

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Effects of Cyberbullying

Effects of Cyberbullying

In 2019, results from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System (YRBSS) showed at least 15 percent of students studied had been electronically bullied (or cyber-bullied) within the previous 12 months.

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Cyberbullying: Learn the Signs

Cyberbullying: Learn the Signs

Cyberbullying is hard to notice because Teachers and Parents may not overhear or see it taking place making it harder to recognize.

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What is Cyberbullying?

What is Cyberbullying?

Cyberbullying can happen at any age, in any community, at any time.

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Effects of Bullying

Effects of Bullying

What happens to kids during childhood shapes who they become. Bullying is often written off as a rite of passage or as “kids just being kids.” However, bullying can have lasting physical, mental, and emotional effects.

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Bullying: Learn the Signs

Bullying: Learn the Signs

Warning signs, recognizing and preventing bullying

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Bullying Statistics & Risk Factors

Bullying Statistics & Risk Factors

Bullying and cyberbullying are serious problems in the United States. The statistics below show just how prevalent bullying really is.

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The Dangers of Physical Punishment and Spanking for Kids

The Dangers of Physical Punishment and Spanking for Kids

Physical punishment of children has long been considered an “acceptable” strategy for correcting behavior, as demonstrated by 49% of U.S. households still using it as a form of child discipline.

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Helping Victims Break the Cycle of Abuse

Helping Victims Break the Cycle of Abuse

A story told by a survivor

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Empowerment After Abuse

Empowerment After Abuse

A survivor of child abuse describes the journey of becoming empowered after the abuse.

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Human Trafficking & Exploitation

Human Trafficking & Exploitation

This article discusses the definition and incidence of trafficking as well as what parents can do.

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Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence

Domestic violence is a pattern of abusive behavior in any relationship that is used by one partner to gain or maintain power and control over another intimate partner; and more

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Recognize the Signs of Drug & Alcohol Abuse in Your Child

Recognize the Signs of Drug & Alcohol Abuse in Your Child

Drug abuse is non-discriminate, affecting all socioeconomic groups and people from all walks of life. Tolerance and dependency on drugs can develop quickly, without the user even realizing that addiction is taking hold. The pattern of abuse and addiction can be extremely difficult to stop.

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Preventing Child Sexual Abuse As Parents & Caregivers

Preventing Child Sexual Abuse As Parents & Caregivers

While many link child sexual abuse prevention to “stranger danger,” the reality is that most instances involve a perpetrator who knows the victim.

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Indicators of Emotional & Verbal Abuse

Indicators of Emotional & Verbal Abuse

Just as physical injuries can scar and incapacitate a child, emotional abuse can damage a child emotionally, behaviorally, and intellectually. Self-esteem can be damaged.

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Physical Abuse

Physical Abuse

Recognizing the signs of physical child abuse is crucial to preventing child abuse.

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Child Neglect

Child Neglect

More children die from neglect than any other form of child abuse.

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National Child Maltreatment Statistics

National Child Maltreatment Statistics

The statistics of child maltreatment and neglect show the severity of the problem.

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The 10 Most Dangerous Apps for Kids

The 10 Most Dangerous Apps for Kids

Learn about some of the popular apps that pose dangers to kids and tweens, and how they work.

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How to Set Up Parental Controls on Roblox (online)

How to Set Up Parental Controls on Roblox (online)

Learn how to set up Roblox parental controls and keep your kids safer while gaming.

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Teen Slang that Parents Need to Know

Teen Slang that Parents Need to Know

In today’s digital age, teenagers are often communicating in a language of their own. With the rise of texting, gaming, and social media, teens have developed a unique set of slang and expressions that can leave parents feeling like they need a translator.

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Teen Mental Health: What Parents Need to Know

Teen Mental Health: What Parents Need to Know

As parents, our main job is to ensure our children’s well-being, and this includes their mental health. Today, teenagers are more connected online than ever before, and understanding and addressing teen mental health issues has become even more critical.

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Online Safety: Keeping Kids Safe Online

Online Safety: Keeping Kids Safe Online

By joining forces with Bark, a cutting-edge digital safety platform, we are taking a proactive approach to address the ever-evolving challenges that children face in the digital age.

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How Past Trauma May Inform How We Parent and Perceive our Children

How Past Trauma May Inform How We Parent and Perceive our Children

Unfortunately, we don’t get an instruction book on how to parent when our children were born. Instead, many of us use a combination of tips and tricks picked up from friends, family, television, the internet and our own childhoods.

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3 Ways Coregulation is the Key to Raising and Emotionally Healthy Child

3 Ways Coregulation is the Key to Raising and Emotionally Healthy Child

Co-regulation goes far beyond just telling a child to “calm down,” however. (In fact, that’s not part of the process.) Co-regulation is a key tenet of conscious parenting.

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The Words We Speak: The Language of Positive Parenting

The Words We Speak: The Language of Positive Parenting

Child abuse needs to stop and education is the key. Positive parenting is a language, one that we as parents should make a top priority to become fluent in.

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How to Respond When Your Child or Partner is Upset

How to Respond When Your Child or Partner is Upset

Research shows the most critical interactions we have with our loved ones are when they’re upset. An adult’s reactions during these situations have the opportunity to build up or break down these bonds.

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5 Ways Neuroscience Has Changed How I Parent

5 Ways Neuroscience Has Changed How I Parent

Positive parenting leads to positive futures for generations to come.

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The 4 Types of Parenting Styles

The 4 Types of Parenting Styles

Positive parenting leads to positive futures for generations to come.

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ACEs & Stages, Positive Parenting at Each Age (0-18)

ACEs & Stages, Positive Parenting at Each Age (0-18)

Healthy childhood development and positive parenting strategies by age group

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Brains Aren’t Just Born, They’re Built!

Brains Aren’t Just Born, They’re Built!

The Brain Story, created by the Alberta Family Wellness Initiative, the Harvard Center on the Developing Child, and the FrameWorks Institute, explains the experiences that affect a child’s developing brain through the 6 ‘Sharing the Science’ segments you can dive into using the menu.

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Adverse Childhood Experiences from American SPCC

Adverse Childhood Experiences from American SPCC

Understanding the lasting effects of negative events in a child’s life

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Take the ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) Quiz

Take the ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) Quiz

Researchers determined that 10 specific traumatic childhood experiences, or ACEs, could be linked to a higher likelihood of health challenges later in life, and that the likelihood of these negative effects increased with the number of “ACEs” a child experienced.

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Positive Childhood Experiences as Protective Factors

Positive Childhood Experiences as Protective Factors

How to reduce the impact of stress for children

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Positive Childhood Experiences Quiz

Positive Childhood Experiences Quiz

Research has determined 7 specific Positive Childhood Experiences, or PCEs, that could be linked to a higher likelihood of positive health outcomes and a reduction in the negative outcomes associated with ACEs or toxic stress.

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What are Positive Childhood Experiences?

What are Positive Childhood Experiences?

Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs) stem from safe, stable, nurturing relationships and environments, and have the power to prevent or protect children from traumatic events, toxic stress, or Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).

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Bullying and Cyberbullying

Bullying and Cyberbullying

Be a friend, not a bully. Help and impact of bullying.

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What is Positive Parenting?

What is Positive Parenting?

Key points to positive parenting success, definition, goals to create a high-quality parent-child relationship.

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What is Foster Care and Adoption?

What is Foster Care and Adoption?

Foster care is substitute care for babies, children, and youth, placed away from their parents or guardians and for whom the State agency has placement and care responsibility.

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What is Child Maltreatment?

What is Child Maltreatment?

The epidemic of child maltreatment, statistics, definition, effects of parents who have addictions etc.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Todos Tenemos Una Historia De Un Número (We All Have a Number Story) – Spanish

Todos Tenemos Una Historia De Un Número (We All Have a Number Story) – Spanish

Entender, prevenir y sanar de las experiencias adversas de la niñez, ACEs por sus siglas en inglés, e incentivar la crianza positiva de los niños en edades de 0 a 5.

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We All Have a Number Story – English

We All Have a Number Story – English

Understanding, Preventing, and Healing from Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) & Promoting the Positive Parenting of Children Ages 0 to 5

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Navigating the Transition to Kindergarten and School-Age Care

Navigating the Transition to Kindergarten and School-Age Care

"The transition to kindergarten is an important milestone in a young child’s life."

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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School-Age Child Care Overview

School-Age Child Care Overview

This video shows the importance of after school and summer care for families through data and details about the experiences of children served through federal subsidies.

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Crying Baby – Before 3 Months Old

Crying Baby – Before 3 Months Old

Symptoms and tips for parents of children younger than 3 months of age.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Responding To Your Baby’s Cries

Responding To Your Baby’s Cries

Crying serves several useful purposes for your baby. It allows them to call for help when they're hungry or uncomfortable.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Shaken Baby Syndrome: Protect Your Infant from Abusive Head Trauma

Shaken Baby Syndrome: Protect Your Infant from Abusive Head Trauma

One of the skills all parents and caregivers need to learn is how to cope with stress.

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Abusive Head Trauma

Abusive Head Trauma

Abuse head trauma is the leading cause of fatal head injuries in children younger than 2 years.

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ACEs and Toxic Stress: Frequently Asked Questions

ACEs and Toxic Stress: Frequently Asked Questions

Definition and key findings related to ACEs .

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The Importance of Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health

The Importance of Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health

Chief Science Officer, Lindsey Burghardt, M.D., M.P.H., FAAP shared thoughts on the importance of understanding and supporting sound mental health, particularly for our youngest children.

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How Early Childhood Experiences Affect Lifelong Health and Learning

How Early Childhood Experiences Affect Lifelong Health and Learning

How is ongoing, severe stress and adversity in early childhood connected to chronic disease in adults? And, what can we do about it?

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Early Childhood Mental Health Video

Early Childhood Mental Health Video

Science tells us that the foundations of sound mental health are built early in life. Early experiences—including children’s relationships with parents, caregivers, relatives, teachers, and peers—interact with genes to shape the architecture of the developing brain

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Early Childhood Mental Health

Early Childhood Mental Health

The science of child development shows that the foundation for sound mental health is built early in life, as early experiences—which include children’s relationships with parents, caregivers, relatives, teachers, and peers—shape the architecture of the developing brain.

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The Impact of Early Adversity on Children’s Development

The Impact of Early Adversity on Children’s Development

This is an overview video that describes how persistent stress in the early years changes brain architecture, and has long term health implications.

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11 Healthy Ways to Handle Life’s Stressors

11 Healthy Ways to Handle Life’s Stressors

When stress becomes unmanageable, try these evidence-based tools to tackle it in healthy ways

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Resources for Child Care Providers – Supporting Children and Families

Resources for Child Care Providers – Supporting Children and Families

The entire early care and education workforce—regardless of setting and including those who provide out-of-school time and summer enrichment—must also have the resources and supports they need.

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How to Use the 5 Cs of Media Use: Tips for Pediatric Clinicians

How to Use the 5 Cs of Media Use: Tips for Pediatric Clinicians

Pediatricians and providers often need quick, simple ways to discuss digital media with families.

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Adolescents
Adolescents
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Kids & Screen Time: How to Use the 5 C’s of Media Guidance

Kids & Screen Time: How to Use the 5 C’s of Media Guidance

Parenting around media can be hard. Technology changes rapidly and many parents didn't grow up with social media and video platforms that exist today.

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Adolescents
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Building Healthy Relationships with Media: Essential Skills for Children 10 and Younger

Building Healthy Relationships with Media: Essential Skills for Children 10 and Younger

Children build media habits and preferences from a very young age, so it’s worthwhile to set them up for a healthy relationship with media before they grow into teens and young adults. This article provides practical strategies as ways to build balance, critical thinking, self-regulation, and safety skills for toddlers through elementary school-aged children.

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Conversation Starters for Families of Tweens and Teens

Conversation Starters for Families of Tweens and Teens

This resource gives parents and guardians ideas and examples to help start conversations with tweens and teens about technology, social media, and video games. It is intended for use with tweens and teens who are already engaged with technology and digital media.

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Glossary of Digital Media Platforms

Glossary of Digital Media Platforms

The Glossary of Digital Media Platforms provides detailed information about video sharing, social media and gaming apps commonly used by children and teenagers along with mobile device systems and controls.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Parent Engagement Report

Parent Engagement Report

A report summary of ACF listening sessions held with parents and caregivers from diverse backgrounds with a range of experiences with ACF programs.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Suggested Actions to Reduce Overdose Deaths

Suggested Actions to Reduce Overdose Deaths

Populations served by Administration for Children and Families (ACF)-funded programs — including victims of trafficking or violence, those who are unhoused, and young people and families involved in the child welfare system — are often at particularly high risk for substance use and overdose.

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Access to Timely, High-Quality Behavioral Health Crisis Care

Access to Timely, High-Quality Behavioral Health Crisis Care

The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) would like to highlight the critical importance of timely, high-quality behavioral health crisis care and make sure you are aware of how these resources can be accessed in your communities.

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Abuse, Neglect, Adoption & Foster Care

Abuse, Neglect, Adoption & Foster Care

The promotion of children’s safety, permanence, and well-being are the principles that guide child welfare practice and policy.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
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Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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What Is Child Abuse and Neglect? Recognizing the Signs and Symptoms

What Is Child Abuse and Neglect? Recognizing the Signs and Symptoms

The first step in helping children who have been abused or neglected is learning to recognize the signs of maltreatment.

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Adolescents
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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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Positive Parenting Is Key to Preventing Child Maltreatment

Positive Parenting Is Key to Preventing Child Maltreatment

Two successful strategies, the Triple P-Positive Parenting Program system of interventions and the Circle of Parents Mutual Self-Help Parent Support Group, are described in this webinar: their structures, guiding principles, implementations, funding, training, evaluations, findings, and other aspects.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Online Health and Safety for Children and Youth: Best Practices for Families and Guidance for Industry

Online Health and Safety for Children and Youth: Best Practices for Families and Guidance for Industry

The report provides a summary of the risks and benefits of social media on the health, safety, and privacy of young people; best practices for parents and caregivers; recommended practices for industry; a research agenda; and suggested future work, including for the federal government.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
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Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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Help for Cutting and Self-Injury

Help for Cutting and Self-Injury

You will learn, why kids cut or hurt themselves, Signs of self-injury and how parents can help

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C-PTSD: What is Complex Trauma and How Can We Recognize It If We Have It?

C-PTSD: What is Complex Trauma and How Can We Recognize It If We Have It?

Kymber takes a deep dive into Complex PTSD (CPTSD) and its impact on health and well-being. She unpacks the difference between PTSD and CPTSD, explores how trauma manifests as patterns interwoven into everyday life and discusses the crucial role of agency in the healing process.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Infants with Prenatal Substance Abuse Exposure

Infants with Prenatal Substance Abuse Exposure

This webinar provides an overview the Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital initiative to improve the quality of care of infants with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Domestic Violence Community Webinar (requires registration)

Domestic Violence Community Webinar (requires registration)

This presentation discusses the signs, dangers, and potential outcomes of domestic violence college students may face while also bringing awareness to the subject and emphasizing the importance of reporting.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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It’s Not an Easy Journey, But I Know My Voice Matters

It’s Not an Easy Journey, But I Know My Voice Matters

Story told by a survivor of local domestic abuse.

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When Georgia Smiled – The Must-Know App

When Georgia Smiled – The Must-Know App

This incredible app is downloaded on your phone under the name “The Aspire News App” and was recently voted one of the two “best apps for domestic violence prevention.”

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I lived in fear – A domestic violence survivor shares her story

I lived in fear – A domestic violence survivor shares her story

A survivor of domestic violence shares her story of fear and how she survived

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Domestic Violence: When Home is Not Safe (requires registration)

Domestic Violence: When Home is Not Safe (requires registration)

In this interactive conversation, Deputy Director, Nichole Christoph will interview Amy Smith, Deputy Director at Harris County Domestic Violence Coordinating Council about domestic violence.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Domestic Violence Does Not Discriminate

Domestic Violence Does Not Discriminate

Domestic violence does not discriminate and occurs in every race, ethnicity, socio-economic background, education, age, gender or sexual orientation. It has no age limit and can occur from teens to the elderly.

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Domestic Violence Awareness

Domestic Violence Awareness

If domestic violence was an issue women could solve on their own, it would be solved by now. If domestic violence was an issue women could solve on their own, it would be solved by now

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
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Relational Safety

Relational Safety

Unhealthy relationships can occur between a dating partner, friend, or colleague in person or electronically. Educating students and school staff about healthy relationships and warning signs is crucial in preventing victimization.

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College Safety

College Safety

College is an exciting time, but it also comes with unique safety challenges. At Crime Stoppers of Houston, we’re dedicated to providing students with the knowledge and tools they need to stay safe on and off campus.

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Leyes de Juveniles (Juvenile Laws – Spanish)

Leyes de Juveniles (Juvenile Laws – Spanish)

Definitions of Cyberbullying, Bullying, Terroristic Threats, Hate Speech, Sexual Misconduct & Consent, Substance Abuse (Spanish). Printable

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Juvenile Laws (English)

Juvenile Laws (English)

Definitions of Cyberbullying, Bullying, Terroristic Threats, Hate Speech, Sexual Misconduct & Consent, Substance Abuse. Printable

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Prom Safety

Prom Safety

Prom safety education equips students with the knowledge to make responsible choices, recognize potential risks, and seek support when needed. This guidance helps ensure a fun, memorable, and safe prom experience for everyone involved.

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Regreso la Escuela Consejos de Seguridad (Back To School Safety Awareness Tips (Spanish))

Regreso la Escuela Consejos de Seguridad (Back To School Safety Awareness Tips (Spanish))

A medida que se acerca el final del verano y los niños se preparan para regresar a la escuela, es importante tener conversaciones continuas que los ayudarán a mantenerse seguros y saludables durante todo el año escolar.

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Back To School Safety Awareness Tips (English)

Back To School Safety Awareness Tips (English)

As summer nears the end and children are getting ready to head back to school it is important to have ongoing conversations that will help keep them safe and healthy throughout the school year.

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Sunday Mornings with Rania: Child Abuse – It’s Everyone’s Problem

Sunday Mornings with Rania: Child Abuse – It’s Everyone’s Problem

Child abuse is not a personal family issue. It’s not something that happens to those kids, in that part of town in families different from ours. Child abuse is a human issue.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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Teen Dating Violence & Sexual Misconduct Prevention (requires registration)

Teen Dating Violence & Sexual Misconduct Prevention (requires registration)

This presentation identifies the difference in teen dating violence, abuse, sexual assault, and sexual misconduct as well as discusses various forms of victimization, signs and symptoms of abuse, laws surrounding teen dating violence and sexual misconduct, and where and when to seek help if your child is victimized.

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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SAVE: Helping Teens identify Sexual Misconduct & Assault (requires registration)

SAVE: Helping Teens identify Sexual Misconduct & Assault (requires registration)

Sexual Misconduct and Sexual Assault are heavy subjects to broach with teens, but critical, nonetheless. Please join Education Specialist, Ernesto Reyes, as he defines the difference between the two and how to ask and receive help when needed.

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Protecting the Innocent – Recent Sexual Assault of 2-year-old Leaves Us All Asking Questions

Protecting the Innocent – Recent Sexual Assault of 2-year-old Leaves Us All Asking Questions

There are stories that move you, make you laugh or make you angry. This latest case brought with it emotions I can’t quite put into a category.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Understanding Sexual Assault and Promoting Awareness 2024

Understanding Sexual Assault and Promoting Awareness 2024

Awareness serves as a crucial tool in combating these cruel offenses.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
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TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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Domestic Violence Seminar (requires registration)

Domestic Violence Seminar (requires registration)

We will cover signs of domestic violence, where to report suspected relational violence, and available resources.

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Men Stopping Violence (Domestic Violence Awareness Month)

Men Stopping Violence (Domestic Violence Awareness Month)

At Men Stopping Violence (MSV), we believe it is up to men to speak up about these issues, invite other men to evaluate their own behaviors, and encourage practices that resist abuse and oppression

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Teen Dating Violence by Crime Stoppers (requires registration)

Teen Dating Violence by Crime Stoppers (requires registration)

Community Webinar on Teen Dating Violence

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Keep Your Tokens in Your Pockets: Learning about Authentic Parent Leadership

Keep Your Tokens in Your Pockets: Learning about Authentic Parent Leadership

Three states share how they have been working in partnership to support families in their communities.

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Meaningful Parent Leadership: Building Effective Parent/Practitioner Collaboration (English)

Meaningful Parent Leadership: Building Effective Parent/Practitioner Collaboration (English)

A guidebook to working effectively with parents to build meaningful roles and parent leadership programs

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Strenghtening Parent Leadership Discussion Series (Session 2)

Strenghtening Parent Leadership Discussion Series (Session 2)

CBCAP State Lead from Arizona and parent leaders from Arizona and Michigan share the importance of strategic planning and readiness when engaging parent leaders as collaborative partners in an array of prevention roles and activities.

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Human Trafficking, Mental Illness, and Addiction: Avoiding Diagnostic Overshadowing

Human Trafficking, Mental Illness, and Addiction: Avoiding Diagnostic Overshadowing

This article reviews an emergency department-based clinical vignette of a trafficked patient with co-occurring pregnancy-related, mental health, and substance use disorder issues.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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CFE (Collaborative Family Engagement) for Youth

CFE (Collaborative Family Engagement) for Youth

Educational video for child to understand roles of the team that will be helping them in Foster Care

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Collaborative Family Engagement (CFE)

Collaborative Family Engagement (CFE)

Video explaining the children in foster care concerns and ways the Collaborative Family Engagement (CFE)can assist

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The Blue Ribbon Project, Supporting Victims of Child Abuse and Youth in Foster Care

The Blue Ribbon Project, Supporting Victims of Child Abuse and Youth in Foster Care

The Blue Ribbon Project's Mission is to prevent all forms of child abuse and provide critical support to victims of abuse and neglect.

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Survivor to Thriver

Survivor to Thriver

Manual and workbook for adult survivors of child abuse who want to move on with life

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Texas School Readiness Dashboard

Texas School Readiness Dashboard

The Dashboard gives Texans the tools to measure progress towards that vision — both statewide and in individual communities — and set Texas-sized goals.

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Texans Care for Children

Texans Care for Children

Policy, advocacy resources for legislative efforts around wellness, CPS, healthy families, mental health and ECI

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Parenting Courses – Triple P

Parenting Courses – Triple P

This is for parents desiring parenting help for their children to decrease negative beahviors.

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Triple P – Positive Parenting Program

Triple P – Positive Parenting Program

This is for providers interested in implementing the Triple P in the community to help parents.

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How Do We Keep Children Safe? It Starts with Data

How Do We Keep Children Safe? It Starts with Data

How to keep children safe using data.

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How a Decade of Data is Keeping Children Safe

How a Decade of Data is Keeping Children Safe

Data that is leading solutions to keep children safe.

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Together for Girls – Childhood Sexual Violence

Together for Girls – Childhood Sexual Violence

Violence against children and adolescents (English and Spanish)

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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The Carpenter vs. The Gardner: Two Models of Modern Parenting

The Carpenter vs. The Gardner: Two Models of Modern Parenting

Video link and transcript of podcast by Shankar Vedantam discussing nurturing children the same as we nurture plants.

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The Landing – Houston – Drop In Center

The Landing – Houston – Drop In Center

What the Landing Drop in Center offers

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The Landing – Houston – Programs for Human Trafficking

The Landing – Houston – Programs for Human Trafficking

Programs offered by the Landing.

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The Landing – Human Trafficking

The Landing – Human Trafficking

Human trafficking statistics and definitions.

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Talking To Teens: Expert Tips for Parenting Teenagers

Talking To Teens: Expert Tips for Parenting Teenagers

Podcast about parenting teenagers.

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CAC (Children’s Advocacy Center of Fort Bend)

CAC (Children’s Advocacy Center of Fort Bend)

Children's Advocacy Center (Victim Family Advocacy, Therapy, Case Mgmt, Medicals, Criminal Court Advocacy, Multi-Disciplinary Team Enhancement (MET), Mentor Program

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Parenting Great Kids Podcast

Parenting Great Kids Podcast

Parenting podcast.

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How You Can Help Protect Children

How You Can Help Protect Children

Teachers, counselors, administrators and other school employees are all in a position to make a direct and positive difference in a child’s life by learning how to recognize and report child abuse and neglect.

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Child Abuse Prevention

Child Abuse Prevention

Child Abuse prevention and activities in Fort Bend County

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The Faces of Human Trafficking

The Faces of Human Trafficking

Faces of Human Trafficking” Video

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Seed and Sew: Parenting Podcast

Seed and Sew: Parenting Podcast

Parenting podcast - Understanding Your Child

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Books for Parents and Educators

Books for Parents and Educators

Book recommendations for parents and educators.

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Janet Lansbury – Unruffled – Parenting Information Podcast

Janet Lansbury – Unruffled – Parenting Information Podcast

Parenting information for all ages.

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Simplicity Parenting – Kit for Simplifying Your Family

Simplicity Parenting – Kit for Simplifying Your Family

A kit for simplifying your family.

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Simplicity Parenting Podcast

Simplicity Parenting Podcast

Parenting podcast - strategies to support your child through difficult everyday situations

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Simple Families podcast for parenting

Simple Families podcast for parenting

Podcast - Simple Families - Parenting information

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Dr. Becky – Good Inside – Parenting Podcast

Dr. Becky – Good Inside – Parenting Podcast

Podcast about parenting

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Dr. Becky: Good Inside – Support for Every Age and Stage of Your Child’s Life

Dr. Becky: Good Inside – Support for Every Age and Stage of Your Child’s Life

Unlock Dr. Becky’s expert guidance to help you solve current challenges, and get ahead of future ones, in just 5 minutes a day. Understand your kid and know how to respond Stay calm & grounded in difficult moments Know that you & your kid are on the right track

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Los ABC del sueño seguro para bebés (ABC’s of Safe Sleep For Babies)

Los ABC del sueño seguro para bebés (ABC’s of Safe Sleep For Babies)

"Los padres informados que siguen las prácticas básicas para el sueño seguro hasta que el bebé cumpla un año, pueden reducir el riesgo de que sus bebés mueran de manera inesperada. "

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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ABC’s of Safe Sleep for Babies

ABC’s of Safe Sleep for Babies

Parents who are in-the-know can reduce the risk of babies dying unexpectedly in their sleep by following the ABCs for safe sleep until their baby’s first birthday.

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Four Easy Steps to Practice Safe Sleep Practices with Your Baby

Four Easy Steps to Practice Safe Sleep Practices with Your Baby

Parent information on safe sleep for babies. Video

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El sueño seguro de su bebé equivale a su tranquilidad (Your Baby’s Safe Sleep…)

El sueño seguro de su bebé equivale a su tranquilidad (Your Baby’s Safe Sleep…)

"El sueño seguro de su bebé equivale a su tranquilidad"

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Your Baby’s Safe Sleep Equals Your Peace of Mind

Your Baby’s Safe Sleep Equals Your Peace of Mind

Safe sleep information from a Parent's perspective.

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La Dra. Booth responde a sus preguntas sobre la seguridad durante el sueño (Dr. Booth Answers Babies Safe Sleep Questions)

La Dra. Booth responde a sus preguntas sobre la seguridad durante el sueño (Dr. Booth Answers Babies Safe Sleep Questions)

Enseguida hay algunas preguntas comunes que mis pacientes me han hecho a través de los años.

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Dr. Booth Answers Babies Safe Sleep Questions

Dr. Booth Answers Babies Safe Sleep Questions

Dr. Booth gives several common questions that my patients have asked me over the years. I hope this information will help as you navigate the world of parenthood and that it will give you and your baby more peaceful nights of sleep.

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Survivors for Change – Information about Child Sexual Abuse and Safety in Sports

Survivors for Change – Information about Child Sexual Abuse and Safety in Sports

Information about child abuse prevention and safety in youth sports.

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Responding Rather Than Reacting to Children – Take a Pause

Responding Rather Than Reacting to Children – Take a Pause

The importance of responding rather than reacting to children.

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Parenting Styles – Balance Structure and Nurture

Parenting Styles – Balance Structure and Nurture

Empowered to Connect - Parenting Styles Poster, Balance Structure and Nurture

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Safe Sleep Videos

Safe Sleep Videos

Safe Sleep Videos in English and Spanish

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What Parents Say About Supporting Families Rather Than Reporting Them

What Parents Say About Supporting Families Rather Than Reporting Them

"Parents all across the country are speaking out about how mandated reporting can cause trauma to children and families."

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Human Trafficking in the ED – What You Need to Know

Human Trafficking in the ED – What You Need to Know

By learning more about human trafficking, ED providers can better prepare themselves to identify and provide appropriate support to those who experience human trafficking.

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Protective Factors Conversation Guides

Protective Factors Conversation Guides

Each set (one for each of the six protective factors) includes a guide for service providers and a worksheet for caregivers.

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What is the Whole Child Approach?

What is the Whole Child Approach?

Poster with examples of what the whole child approach means.

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Online Safety for Middle School Students

Online Safety for Middle School Students

Online Safety presentations for middle school students. (requires registration)

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Empowered to Connect: What is the Need Behind the Behaivor?

Empowered to Connect: What is the Need Behind the Behaivor?

Poster about finding the need behind a child's behavior. Why is the child behaving this way?

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Empowered to Connect: Attunement Poster

Empowered to Connect: Attunement Poster

Attunement for parents or teachers - how to meet the child's needs

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Empowered to Connecting: Connecting Practices

Empowered to Connecting: Connecting Practices

Poster of ways to connect with a child.

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Tackling Child Abuse in Rural Communities: Challenges and Solutions

Tackling Child Abuse in Rural Communities: Challenges and Solutions

This blog post delves into these unique hurdles, focusing on staffing issues, resource limitations, and the influence of community dynamics in rural child abuse cases.

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Empowered to Connect Podcast

Empowered to Connect Podcast

Podcasts that discuss parenting, connection, and engagement.

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Empowered to Connect: Video Library

Empowered to Connect: Video Library

Videos on ways to connect with a child - parenting and attachment

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NCA (National Childrens Alliance) Learning Center

NCA (National Childrens Alliance) Learning Center

All trainings offered by NCA Engage. Enter keyword to search for training topic

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TBRI: The Empowered Parent Podcast

TBRI: The Empowered Parent Podcast

The Empowered Parent Podcast with Kayla and Ryan North is a trust-based, trauma-informed, connected parenting resource. Hosted by Chris Turner.

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How Childhood Trauma Affects Health Across a Lifetime | Nadine Burke Harris | TED

How Childhood Trauma Affects Health Across a Lifetime | Nadine Burke Harris | TED

Ted Talk: How Childhood Trauma Affects Health Across a Lifetime by Nadine Burke Harris

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TBRI: All Rise for the Good of the Children

TBRI: All Rise for the Good of the Children

TBRI video: All Rise for the Good of the Children - Using TRBI in Court

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TBRI: Give Your Child Healthy Parents with Good Self-Care

TBRI: Give Your Child Healthy Parents with Good Self-Care

TBRI video about giving your child healthy parents with good self care.

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TBRI: Give Your Child Permission to Process Feelings

TBRI: Give Your Child Permission to Process Feelings

TBRI video about giving children permission to process their feelings and emotions.

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TBRI: Give Your Child Predictability

TBRI: Give Your Child Predictability

TBRI video about giving children predictability.

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TBRI: Give Your Child Shared Power

TBRI: Give Your Child Shared Power

TBRI video about sharing power with children (choices and compromise)

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TBRI: Give Your Child Nurture and Warmth

TBRI: Give Your Child Nurture and Warmth

TBRI video about giving your child nurture and warmth

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TBRI: Give Your Child Voice, Attention, Choices, and Compromise

TBRI: Give Your Child Voice, Attention, Choices, and Compromise

TBRI video about how to give children voice, attention, choices, and compromise

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TBRI: Parenting Styles – Create a Balance of Nurture & Structure

TBRI: Parenting Styles – Create a Balance of Nurture & Structure

TBRI video about parenting styles - create a balance of nurture and structure

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TBRI: Expect Long-Term Challenges from Children

TBRI: Expect Long-Term Challenges from Children

TBRI video about expecting long term challenges from foster or adopted children who have experienced trauma.

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Addressing Human Trafficking Through Health Systems: A Scoping Review

Addressing Human Trafficking Through Health Systems: A Scoping Review

The health effects of trafficking and the health needs of trafficked individuals and trafficking survivors are well documented and urgent.

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TBRI: Provide Familiarity and Continuity for Children

TBRI: Provide Familiarity and Continuity for Children

TBRI video about the importance of providing familiarity and continuity for children.

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TBRI: Simplify Your Life

TBRI: Simplify Your Life

TBRI video about how to simplify your life with your children.

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TBRI: Explore Your Expectations of Your Child

TBRI: Explore Your Expectations of Your Child

TBRI video about parents' expectations for their children.

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HEAL Trafficking’s 2024 “Trafficking in Persons Report”

HEAL Trafficking’s 2024 “Trafficking in Persons Report”

"Information from greater than 4000 professionals and human trafficking survivors in more than 50 countries about barriers to caring for trafficked persons who interact with health care in their country, the strengths of their country’s response to trafficking."

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TBRI: A Sensory World Preview

TBRI: A Sensory World Preview

TBRI video about sensory issues.

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TBRI: Healthy Touch Preview

TBRI: Healthy Touch Preview

TBRI video about the importance of healthy touch.

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TBRI: Playful Interaction Preview

TBRI: Playful Interaction Preview

TBRI video about the importance of playful interaction with children.

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A TBRI Portrait: Taylor Wagner – How to Use TBRI in the Classroom

A TBRI Portrait: Taylor Wagner – How to Use TBRI in the Classroom

Video on how to use TBRI in the classroom.

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TBRI: Tools That Can Help At School

TBRI: Tools That Can Help At School

Video about how to use TBRI in the classroom.

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Using TBRI in the Classroom – A Teacher’s Testimony

Using TBRI in the Classroom – A Teacher’s Testimony

Video on how to use TBRI in the classroom.

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TBRI in the Classroom

TBRI in the Classroom

Video about how to use TBRI in the classroom.

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TBRI: Attachment: Why It Matters Preview

TBRI: Attachment: Why It Matters Preview

TBRI video about the importance of attachment in childhood.

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TBRI: Children from Hard Places and the Brain: Chapter 1

TBRI: Children from Hard Places and the Brain: Chapter 1

TBRI video about children from hard places who have experienced trauma and how it affects their brain.

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TBRI: Trust-Based Parenting Preview

TBRI: Trust-Based Parenting Preview

A video introduction to TBRI.

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Understanding TBRI® Connecting Principles for Connecting With Youth With Dr Melody Aguayo

Understanding TBRI® Connecting Principles for Connecting With Youth With Dr Melody Aguayo

TBRI video about how to connect and engage with youth and adolescents.

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TBRI: Embrace the Complex Needs of Your Child

TBRI: Embrace the Complex Needs of Your Child

TBRI video about how to meet your child's complex needs.

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TBRI: Insight 4: Be Fully Present

TBRI: Insight 4: Be Fully Present

TBRI video for parents about how to be fully present for children.

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TBRI® An Overview: Putting the Pieces Together

TBRI® An Overview: Putting the Pieces Together

TBRI video introduction to TBRI

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TBRI® Animate: Toxic Stress & The Brain

TBRI® Animate: Toxic Stress & The Brain

TBRI video about toxic stress and the brain

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Molly Wright: How Every Child Can Thrive by Five | TED

Molly Wright: How Every Child Can Thrive by Five | TED

Ted Talk Video about parenting and how children can thrive by age 5.

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Safe Sleep for Your Baby

Safe Sleep for Your Baby

Video about safe sleep for your baby.

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TBRI: The Gifts and Insights Series: Gift 6 – Give Your Child Playfulness

TBRI: The Gifts and Insights Series: Gift 6 – Give Your Child Playfulness

TBRI video about the importance of playfulness with children.

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TBRI: Setting Your Child Up to Succeed

TBRI: Setting Your Child Up to Succeed

TBRI video about helping your child be successful

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TBRI®: Trust-Based Relational Intervention®

TBRI®: Trust-Based Relational Intervention®

Video: Introduction to TBRI

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TBRI: Sharing Power with Your Child

TBRI: Sharing Power with Your Child

TBRI video about how to share power with a child.

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Breaking the Silence: Raising Awareness for Teen Dating Violence

Breaking the Silence: Raising Awareness for Teen Dating Violence

This issue affects millions of young people every day. Teen dating violence can take many forms, including physical, emotional, sexual, and digital abuse.

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Virtual Programming: Grooming

Virtual Programming: Grooming

Grooming is the process by which a predator builds an emotional connection with a child and gradually encourages sexual activity.

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Child Abuse Video

Child Abuse Video

Video produced by Crime Stoppers on Child Abuse definition, statistics, etc.

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Child Abuse Overview

Child Abuse Overview

Every child deserves to feel safe, so it's important to recognize warning signs and encourage students to speak up if they feel uncomfortable or unsafe.

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Virtual Programming: Child Abuse Prevention

Virtual Programming: Child Abuse Prevention

This presentation provides insight into child abuse prevention, forms of abuse, signs of abuse, and how to follow set protocols in a child abuse situation.

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Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse Webinar

Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse Webinar

All adults in Texas are required to report suspected child abuse to the Department of Family and Protective services. This presentation provides insight on child abuse prevention, forms of abuse, signs, and symptoms of abuse, and set protocols in a child abuse situation.

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Child Abuse Survivors – Advice and information

Child Abuse Survivors – Advice and information

Asking for help is a sign of strength. If you're here, chances are you have a lot of questions.

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Intrafamilial Child Torture: Making the Case for a Distinct Category of Child Maltreatment

Intrafamilial Child Torture: Making the Case for a Distinct Category of Child Maltreatment

Intrafamilial child torture, or ICT, is a type of child maltreatment (CM) that, while often including other forms of child maltreatment, manifests its own unique and specific set of family dynamics and outcomes for its child victims.

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20 Ways You Can Help Fight Human Trafficking

20 Ways You Can Help Fight Human Trafficking

Anyone can join in the fight against human trafficking. Here are 20 ideas to consider.

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Human Trafficking & Migrant Smuggling: Understanding the Difference

Human Trafficking & Migrant Smuggling: Understanding the Difference

"Clarifying the differences between the two is critical to the development and implementation of sound government policies. A key difference is that victims of trafficking are considered victims of a crime under international law; smuggled migrants are not—they pay smugglers to facilitate their movement. "

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How To Talk To Youth About Human Trafficking

How To Talk To Youth About Human Trafficking

A Guide for Youth Caretakers and Individuals Working with Youth

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The ABCs of Safe Online Home Learning

The ABCs of Safe Online Home Learning

Tips for navigating virtual schooling and increased technology use in your home.

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“Cyber Safety and Digital Responsibility: A Parent’s Guide”

“Cyber Safety and Digital Responsibility: A Parent’s Guide”

The Cyber Safety and Digital Responsibility: A Parent’s Guide video is a collaboration between the Texas School Safety Center and Safer Schools Together.

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Fevers In Kids Don’t Have to Be Scary

Fevers In Kids Don’t Have to Be Scary

Article for parents on fevers in children.

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Mindful Parenting

Mindful Parenting

Use mindfulness techniques to take stress and anxiety out of raising kids.

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Hope Champions Podcast

Hope Champions Podcast

In the Hope Champions Podcast, we address what hope is, how to measure it, and ways to integrate it into our lives.

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5 Steps to Protecting Our Children

5 Steps to Protecting Our Children

The 5 Steps to Protecting Our Children uses an evidence-informed approach — providing simple and practical actions to prevent, recognize and react responsibly to child sexual abuse.

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Signs of Abuse and Neglect

Signs of Abuse and Neglect

There are many misconceptions about child abuse. Here are some facts that we hope will help you understand the issue of child abuse and the prevalence of child abuse in the United States.

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Child Sexual Abuse is Preventable

Child Sexual Abuse is Preventable

What our nation is doing to create strategies to prevent child sexual abuse.

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Preventing Child Sexual Abuse, Past, Present and Future

Preventing Child Sexual Abuse, Past, Present and Future

Preventing child sexual abuse is crucial to creating healthier, safer communities and to preventing ACEs and their long-term health and social impacts.

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Preventing Child Sexual Abuse in Youth-Serving Organizations

Preventing Child Sexual Abuse in Youth-Serving Organizations

Part 4: Discussion on Preventing and addressing child sexual abuse in Youth Serving Organizations; A desk guide for organizational leaders.

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Existing Resources and Strategies for Child Sexual Abuse Prevention

Existing Resources and Strategies for Child Sexual Abuse Prevention

Part 1: On this podcast, PreventConnect staff discuss existing resources for preventing child sexual abuse.

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Emerging Ideas and Connections for Child Sexual Abuse Prevention

Emerging Ideas and Connections for Child Sexual Abuse Prevention

Part 1. On this podcast, PreventConnect staff share recent developments in child sexual abuse prevention and their ideas and hopes for the future of child sexual abuse prevention. On part one of this podcast, PreventConnect staff discuss existing resources for preventing child sexual abuse.

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Ending Exploitation: Solutions, Actions and the Equality Model

Ending Exploitation: Solutions, Actions and the Equality Model

This episode dives deep into the need for protecting victims of exploitation through legislative action and the importance of passing the Equality Model.

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No Child Should Be Bought or Sold

No Child Should Be Bought or Sold

Commercial Sexual Exploitation: The commercial sexual exploitation of children— any sexual activity involving a child for which something of value is given, exchanged, or promised—and the illegal sex trade, is an over $32 billion industry in the U.S.

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Preventing Abuse in Youth Sports and Organizations

Preventing Abuse in Youth Sports and Organizations

News stories about children, teens and young people sexually abused by adults involved in youth organizations can be frightening, though. Parents may wonder how to balance the risk and benefit.

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Preventing Child Sexual Abuse and What Parents Need to Know

Preventing Child Sexual Abuse and What Parents Need to Know

Like any risk our children might face, we need to be able to empower them with information that will help them recognize unsafe situations. We also need to know how to respond to these situations if they occur.

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Child Abuse and Neglect

Child Abuse and Neglect

Here's what you need to know about child maltreatment—what might cause it, the lasting harm it can do to kids and what steps you can take to protect your child.

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The American Academy of Pediatrics-Subtle Signs of Abusive Head Trauma

The American Academy of Pediatrics-Subtle Signs of Abusive Head Trauma

The American Academy of Pediatrics today warned its members of the dangers of missing subtle signs of abusive head trauma and cautioned that some courts are allowing “pseudoscientific theories" to be considered.

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Coping with Stress and Violence at Home

Coping with Stress and Violence at Home

We know that stress and conflict happen in relationships. This can sometimes include emotional, physical, sexual and financial abuse or controlling behaviors.

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Starting Strong in Elementary School, 3 Strategies for Dad

Starting Strong in Elementary School, 3 Strategies for Dad

If your child is entering the public education system (maybe for the first time), you probably wondering how to make sure it’s a success.

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About Child Trauma

About Child Trauma

A traumatic event is a frightening, dangerous, or violent event that poses a threat to a child’s life or bodily integrity. Witnessing a traumatic event that threatens life or physical security of a loved one can also be traumatic.

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Helping Your Toddler’s Brain Development

Helping Your Toddler’s Brain Development

Those first years are an important time for your child’s development — especially brain development.

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PEARR Tool

PEARR Tool

Provides the PEARR Tool, to help guide social workers, nurses, and other profesionals on how to provide assistance to those who have experienced trauma, in a trauma-informed manner. PEARR - Provide privacy, Educate, Ask, Respect, and Respond.

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Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Therapy and TBRI
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
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Responding to Sex Trafficking Victim-Offender Intersectionality: A Guide for Criminal Justice stakeholders.

Responding to Sex Trafficking Victim-Offender Intersectionality: A Guide for Criminal Justice stakeholders.

This field guide is a joint report and follows three years of collaborative research on sex trafficking victim-offender intersectionality - the phenomenon of sex trafficking survivors who are alleged to have engaged in sex trafficking conduct.

Child Welfare Providers
Law Enforcement
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Therapy and TBRI
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Articles
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
Commercial Sexual Exploitation

Commercial Sexual Exploitation

Collaborative Responses to Commercial Sexual Exploitation Initiative. National Center for Youth Law seeks to end CSE of children & youth.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Therapy and TBRI
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Articles
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
Complex Issues of Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children in Child Welfare (Requires Registration)

Complex Issues of Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children in Child Welfare (Requires Registration)

This webinar will provide an overview of current issues, challenges, and emerging practices facing child welfare jurisdictions across the country as it relates to children who have experienced commercial sexual exploitation.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Therapy and TBRI
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Training
Videos/Webinars
Polyvictimization and Sexual Exploitation of Young Girls and Women (Requires Registration)

Polyvictimization and Sexual Exploitation of Young Girls and Women (Requires Registration)

In this webinar Lisa Goldblatt-Grace defines CSEC and describes the scope of the problem of the commercial sexual exploitation of both girls and young women in the US. Through case examples, the presenter describes how childhood sexual abuse and other early traumas can increase risk for CSEC and complicate efforts at engagement and treatment.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
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Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Therapy and TBRI
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Training
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Polyvictimization and Sexual Exploitation of Young Boys and Men (Requires registration)

Polyvictimization and Sexual Exploitation of Young Boys and Men (Requires registration)

In this webinar Stephen Procopio discusses polyvictimization as it relates to the commercial sexual exploitation of boys and adolescent males. He describes unique issues for both runaway and "throwaway" youth, as well as implications for contracting HIV.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Therapy and TBRI
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Training
Videos/Webinars
The Impact of Polyvictimization in Victims of Human Sex Trafficking (Requires Registration)

The Impact of Polyvictimization in Victims of Human Sex Trafficking (Requires Registration)

In this webinar Sujata Regina Swaroop discusses the complex issuesof human trafficking, how it transects with both polyvictimization and complex trauma, and how to serve survivors.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Therapy and TBRI
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Training
Videos/Webinars
Understanding the Complex Needs of Commercially Sexually Exploited Children (Requires registration)

Understanding the Complex Needs of Commercially Sexually Exploited Children (Requires registration)

This speaker series will tackle the specific strategies and challenges within each child serving system providing services to commercially sexually exploited children.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Therapy and TBRI
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Training
Videos/Webinars
Mental Health Interventions for Commercially Sexually Exploited Youth (Requires registration)

Mental Health Interventions for Commercially Sexually Exploited Youth (Requires registration)

This webinar presents the current status of mental health assessment, intervention and prevention for commercially sexually exploited youth, and future steps for improving mental health services for this population.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Therapy and TBRI
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Training
Videos/Webinars
Assisting Commercially Sexually Exploited Youth in the Juvenile Justice System

Assisting Commercially Sexually Exploited Youth in the Juvenile Justice System

(Requires registration) This webinar will give an overview of current issues and challenges for law enforcement and the juvenile justice system in assisting children and adolescents who face commercial sexual exploitation.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Therapy and TBRI
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Training
Videos/Webinars
Health Care Needs of Commercially Sexually Exploited Youth: Challenges for Survivors and Medical Professionals. (Requires registration)

Health Care Needs of Commercially Sexually Exploited Youth: Challenges for Survivors and Medical Professionals. (Requires registration)

In this webinar, presenters will explore the common reasons for seeking care, as well as challenges to victim identification. They will examine how survivors may experience their health care visit and what medical professionals can do to best serve these youth.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Therapy and TBRI
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Training
Videos/Webinars
A Look Into Gang Violence, Trafficking, and Trauma

A Look Into Gang Violence, Trafficking, and Trauma

This webinar explores parallels between gang-involved youth and other vulnerable populations, such as youth who have experienced trafficking, and highlights promising trauma-informed approaches that can help. It also offers recommendations for intervention, research, and systemic changes to better support at-risk youth and their communities.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
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Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Therapy and TBRI
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Training
Understanding and Addressing Trauma and Child Sex Trafficking

Understanding and Addressing Trauma and Child Sex Trafficking

Currently, no reliable estimate of the prevalence of child sex trafficking in the US exists, in part due to its hidden nature, disparities in definitions, and methodological challenges.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
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Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Therapy and TBRI
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
The 12 Core Concepts for Understanding Traumatic Stress Responses in Children and Families Adapted for Youth Who Are Trafficked

The 12 Core Concepts for Understanding Traumatic Stress Responses in Children and Families Adapted for Youth Who Are Trafficked

The 12 Core Concepts for Understanding Traumatic Stress Responses in Children and Families provide a rationale for trauma-informed assessment and intervention.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Therapy and TBRI
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Youth

Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Youth

This article discusses a study comparing the types of trauma exposure, trauma-related symptomatology, functional impairments, and problem behaviors of a clinical CSEC cohort (defined as youth in the CDS who reported involvement in prostitution) with a clinical group of youth who had no reported involvement in prostitution, but had a history of sexual abuse/assault.

Child Welfare Providers
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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Therapy and TBRI
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
Promoting Trauma-Informed Policies & Practices to Address Child Sex Trafficking

Promoting Trauma-Informed Policies & Practices to Address Child Sex Trafficking

Gives examples of state and federal policy issues related to child sex trafficking. This webinar provides an overview of activities and resources related to child sex trafficking. (Site requires registration)

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Therapy and TBRI
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Training
Sexual Health and Trauma

Sexual Health and Trauma

Sexual health is a fundamental part of your physical and emotional health, and has an impact on your overall well-being.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
Keeping Secrets: Family Communication After Trauma

Keeping Secrets: Family Communication After Trauma

This site requires registration to view content. "Jordyn, who disclosed sexual exploitation in a previous session has continued to see her therapist to address her symptoms of distress which include depression and PTSD. During this session Jordyn is joined by her father Jimmy who has his own trauma history related to combat exposure. "

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
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Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Therapy and TBRI
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Training
The Impact of COVID-19 on Child Sex and Labor Trafficking

The Impact of COVID-19 on Child Sex and Labor Trafficking

There are a number of factors and conditions created or exacerbated by the pandemic that can increase the risk of involvement in sex or labor trafficking, including

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Therapy and TBRI
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Articles
Child Sex Trafficking: Who Is Vulnerable to Being Trafficked?

Child Sex Trafficking: Who Is Vulnerable to Being Trafficked?

Sex trafficking occurs among all socioeconomic classes, races, ethnicities, and gender identities in urban, suburban, rural communities, and on land-based nations and other tribal communities across the U.S. However, some youth are at heightened risk due to a complex interplay of societal, community, relationship, and individual factors.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Therapy and TBRI
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Articles
Child Sex Trafficking: What You Might Not Know

Child Sex Trafficking: What You Might Not Know

Definition, instances, statistics and more.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Therapy and TBRI
Articles
Child Sex Trafficking: Experiences of Youth Who Have Been Trafficked

Child Sex Trafficking: Experiences of Youth Who Have Been Trafficked

Often, youth who have been sex trafficked have experienced multiple traumas and adversities in their lives. Even after identified as having been trafficked, youth may face many challenges. It is helpful for professionals to be aware of these experiences and their impact on youth.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Therapy and TBRI
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Articles
Trafficking Screening Tools

Trafficking Screening Tools

The goal of most of these screening tools is not to obtain a disclosure of child sex trafficking (commercial sexual exploitation) but to assess the level of risk, in order to offer youth services that address specific vulnerabilities.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Therapy and TBRI
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Articles
Human Trafficking 101 for Deaf Community Members & Service Providers

Human Trafficking 101 for Deaf Community Members & Service Providers

Human Trafficking 101 for Deaf Community Members & Service Providers

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Therapy and TBRI
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Articles
Child Sex Trafficking: A Fact Sheet for Medical Professionals

Child Sex Trafficking: A Fact Sheet for Medical Professionals

Many times the experiences of trafficking, and associated needs, go unrecognized. Medical professionals play a pivotal role in identifying youth and responding effectively to ensure their safety and support.

Medical Professionals
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
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Child Sex Trafficking: A Fact Sheet for Juvenile Justice Professionals

Child Sex Trafficking: A Fact Sheet for Juvenile Justice Professionals

Judicial officers, prosecutors, defense attorneys, probation officers, and others in the juvenile justice professions play a central role in identifying vulnerable youth and responding effectively to ensure their well-being.

Law Enforcement
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
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CAC
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
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Child Sex Trafficking: A Fact Sheet for Educational Professionals

Child Sex Trafficking: A Fact Sheet for Educational Professionals

Professionals have a pivotal role to play in identifying youth who have been or are being trafficked, as well as vulnerable youth, and responding effectively to ensure their safety and support.

Educators
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
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CAC
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Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
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Child Sex Trafficking: A Fact Sheet for Child Welfare Professionals

Child Sex Trafficking: A Fact Sheet for Child Welfare Professionals

Child Sex Trafficking (CST) is a severe form of child abuse and trauma that impacts survivors in many important ways.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
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CAC
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Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
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Sex Trafficking: Screening, Identification & Assessment

Sex Trafficking: Screening, Identification & Assessment

Screening and assessment are critically important to ensure vulnerable youth and youth who are trafficked are identified and appropriate and effective services are provided. Although the terms “screening” and “assessment” are often used together and even interchangeably, they are distinct activities.

Child Welfare Providers
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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Parenting Guidelines
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Impact of Trafficking

Impact of Trafficking

Children and adolescents who have been sex trafficked have often experienced a wide range of trauma and adversities prior to, during, and even after being trafficked, resulting in sexual, physical, and emotional injuries and sometimes severe lifelong health, educational, economic, legal, social, relational, sexual and spiritual impacts.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Adolescents
Adolescents
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
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About Sex Trafficking

About Sex Trafficking

Definition, examples and other resources.

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
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Sexual Abuse: Interventions

Sexual Abuse: Interventions

Children who experience sexual abuse or assault also develop changes in neurobiology, immune functioning and physical health. Effective treatments are available to help children and teens recover from trauma impact.

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Sexual Abuse: Effects

Sexual Abuse: Effects

Sexual Abuse effects on a child. Children who have been sexually abused may display a range of emotional and behavioral reactions, many of which are characteristic of children who have experienced other types of trauma.

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Sexual Abuse

Sexual Abuse

Sexual Abuse defined, and the effects on a child. Interventions, Additional Resources

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Parent-Child Interaction Therapy

Parent-Child Interaction Therapy

Fact Sheet, Culture-Specific Fact Sheet & Training Guidelines

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CPC-CBT: Combined Parent-Child Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Fact Sheet

CPC-CBT: Combined Parent-Child Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Fact Sheet

"CPC-CBT is grounded in cognitive behavioral theory and incorporates elements from developmental, learning, family systems, trauma, and motivational theories."

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Physical Abuse: Interventions

Physical Abuse: Interventions

Physical Abuse - Alternatives for families: A Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Fact Sheet

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Physical Abuse: Effects on Children

Physical Abuse: Effects on Children

The impact of physical abuse on a child’s life can be far-reaching. It is especially devastating when a parent, the person a child depends on for protection and safety, becomes a danger. Some children develop traumatic stress reactions.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Intimate Partner Violence – Interventions

Intimate Partner Violence – Interventions

Intimate Partner Violence effects on children - Interventions

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
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Intimate Partner Violence: Trauma

Intimate Partner Violence: Trauma

As the scope of the problem has become understood, Intimate Partner Violence is now identified as a significant legal and public health issue, not only a private family problem.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Complex Trauma

Complex Trauma

This article discusses the effects on children, mental health screening & assessment, and interventions

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Community Violence and Its Effects on Children

Community Violence and Its Effects on Children

This article discusses Community Violence and its effects on children.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Bullying

Bullying

What is Bullying, Effects and resources

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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How Early Childhood Trauma Is Unique

How Early Childhood Trauma Is Unique

How Early Childhood Trauma. Effects on children, Risks.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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About Child Trauma

About Child Trauma

This article discusses what a Traumatic Event is, What experiences might be Traumatic, and Child Traumatic stress

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
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Reporting, Response and Treatment
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Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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Introducing ICAST for Mobile Devices

Introducing ICAST for Mobile Devices

Webinar introduces new electronic versions of ISPCAN’s Child Abuse Screening Tools, or ICAST, which allow you to collect child abuse data directly on your phone or tablet

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Neurobiology of Stress and Trauma in Children and Adolescents

Neurobiology of Stress and Trauma in Children and Adolescents

It is not uncommon for child welfare involved children to experience Post Traumatic Stress (PTS) and depression stemming from prior experiences of child abuse and neglect.

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Raising Awareness and Disseminating Evidence-based Trauma Treatment for Children and Families

Raising Awareness and Disseminating Evidence-based Trauma Treatment for Children and Families

Childhood trauma: „ Is a public health crisis – a growing problem in the US and beyond „ Significantly impacts children’s development, functioning and well-being „ Trauma impacts brain structure, development and DNA – impacting future generations YET, IN SPITE OF THIS KNOWLEDGE: „ 47% of children and families don’t receive services „ Children are waiting between 6-12 months to access mental health services „ There is a clear gap in trauma identification, appropriate referral and trauma-informed treatment

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Developmental Timing of Polyvictimization: Continuity, Change, and Association with Adverse Outcomes in Adolescents

Developmental Timing of Polyvictimization: Continuity, Change, and Association with Adverse Outcomes in Adolescents

Children who experience polyvictimization (i.e., exposure to multiple and varied types of traumatic stressors) are at high risk for psychopathology.

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Children with Problematic Sexual Behavior

Children with Problematic Sexual Behavior

" Article and research review for Special Issue Journal on Problematic Sexual Behavior"

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A Health and Public Health Approach to Ending Child Maltreatment

A Health and Public Health Approach to Ending Child Maltreatment

Children at risk of abuse and neglect: intervention vs. no interventions

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Child Trafficking Around the World

Child Trafficking Around the World

Children at risk of abuse and neglect: intervention vs. no interventions

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Human Trafficking
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Child Trafficking Around the World

Child Trafficking Around the World

Child Trafficking Around the World

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ACEs and Counter-ACEs: How Positive and Negative Childhood Experiences Influence Adult Health

ACEs and Counter-ACEs: How Positive and Negative Childhood Experiences Influence Adult Health

Drs.Ali Crandall and Brianna Magnusson will discuss these findings in the context of childhood trauma and the policy and practice implications.

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Promoting a Healthy & Resilient Child Abuse & Neglect Workforce

Promoting a Healthy & Resilient Child Abuse & Neglect Workforce

Further research is needed to inform training, develop tools for measuring outcomes, rigorously evaluate efforts to increase/maintain strength in the workforce, collect better epidemiological data on scope

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Article of the Year: Child Maltreatment & Depression

Article of the Year: Child Maltreatment & Depression

A Meta-Analysis of Studies Using the Childhood Trauma Questionnaire

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Youth Mental Health – How Child Helplines Support Children and Young People

Youth Mental Health – How Child Helplines Support Children and Young People

This report presents data on the contacts relating to mental health concerns that were received by our child helpline members during the years 2018 through 2020. It is clear from this data that children and young people turn to child helplines when they face mental health issues.

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Smile of the Child- The Harm of Child Removal and How to Reduce It

Smile of the Child- The Harm of Child Removal and How to Reduce It

This video will describe the journey a child takes when removed from the home; current studies on the emotional trauma caused by their removal, the investigation, and the out of home placement; and what professionals can do to lessen this harm.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Balancing ACEs with HOPE

Balancing ACEs with HOPE

ISPCAN and Prevent Child Abuse America lead a discussion about HOPE (Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences), a strengths-based approach that identifies and promotes access to Positive Childhood Experiences as a way to promote resilience for all children.

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Become an “Agent of Change” to Combat the Sexual Exploitation and Abuse of Children

Become an “Agent of Change” to Combat the Sexual Exploitation and Abuse of Children

This training includes three levels: Basic Foundations, the Faces of Sexual Exploitation of Children, and Agents of Change Taking Action. The series is available in multiple languages, including Spanish, French, Russian, and Portuguese.

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Safe Places – Thriving Children

Safe Places – Thriving Children

Embedding Trauma-Informed Practices into Alternative Care Settings

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Multidisciplinary Collaboration in Child Protection

Multidisciplinary Collaboration in Child Protection

In this interactive webinar, child protection professionals from Hungary and the U.S. presented overviews of the multidisciplinary collaboration efforts often practiced in child protection cases within these countries.

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FLOW Film Event Inspiring Change through Storytelling

FLOW Film Event Inspiring Change through Storytelling

Interviews with people who are recovering from childhood sexual abuse.

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Protecting Children from Maltreatment Across all Ages in Challenging Times

Protecting Children from Maltreatment Across all Ages in Challenging Times

Gold standard resources can be built in any community to ensure that families have access to what is needed to provide safe family situations for children.

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Information About Teens (Ages 12-19)

Information About Teens (Ages 12-19)

As a parent of a teen, you are beginning to see your child become an adult. These are critical years that will affect their current and future health. These links will help you learn how to guide your teen to become a healthy and productive adult.

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Information About Young Children (Ages 4-11)

Information About Young Children (Ages 4-11)

Your child will change a lot from ages 4 to 11. At a very young age, children develop the habits and behaviors that can affect their lifelong health. Use the links below to guide your child in leading a healthier life.

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Information About Infants & Toddlers (Ages 0-3)

Information About Infants & Toddlers (Ages 0-3)

Being a parent of a baby or a toddler can be both fun and hard work. If your child is age three or younger, this page is for you. These links will help you learn how to give your child a healthy start to life.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Healthy Habits: Child Development

Healthy Habits: Child Development

The early years of a child’s life are very important for their health and development. Healthy development means that children of all abilities, including those with special healthcare needs, are able to grow up where their social, emotional, and educational needs are met. Having a safe and loving home and spending time with family―playing, singing, reading, and talking―are very important. Proper nutrition, exercise, and sleep also can make a big difference.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
CDC: Managing Stress

CDC: Managing Stress

Everyone experiences occasional stress; it is a normal part of life. Long-term stress can lead to worsening health problems. Managing stress daily can prevent you from developing long-term stress. Find resources if you are struggling to cope with stress for extra support

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
CDC: About Mental Health

CDC: About Mental Health

Mental health is a key component to overall health and is closely linked to physical health. Factors at the individual, family, community, and society levels can influence mental health. CDC promotes a public health approach to prevent mental health conditions before they develop or worsen. If you live with a mental health condition or are experiencing mental distress, help is available.

Child Welfare Providers
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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
Prevalence of Adverse Childhood Experiences Among U.S. Adults: Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, 2011–2020

Prevalence of Adverse Childhood Experiences Among U.S. Adults: Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, 2011–2020

Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are defined as preventable, potentially traumatic events that occur among persons aged <18 years and are associated with numerous negative outcomes; data from 25 states indicate that ACEs are common among U.S. adults (1). Disparities in ACEs are often attributable to social and economic environments in which some families live (2,3). Understanding the prevalence of ACEs, stratified by sociodemographic characteristics, is essential to addressing and preventing ACEs and eliminating disparities, but population-level ACEs data collection has been sporadic (1). Using 2011–2020 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) data, CDC provides estimates of ACEs prevalence among U.S. adults.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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Adverse Childhood Experiences Prevention: Resource for Action

Adverse Childhood Experiences Prevention: Resource for Action

Discussion of what can be done to prevent ACEs.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Legal Requirements
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
Preventing Adverse Childhood Experiences

Preventing Adverse Childhood Experiences

Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and their associated harms are preventable. Creating safe, stable, nurturing relationships and environments can prevent ACEs and help all children reach their full health and life potential.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Activities
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
TBRI How Do I Handle Lying?

TBRI How Do I Handle Lying?

Video for parents about how to handle it when their child lies.

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Second Step Program – Child Protection in Schools: A Fourt-Part Solution

Second Step Program – Child Protection in Schools: A Fourt-Part Solution

Second Step Program - Child Protection in Schools: A Fourt-Part Solution

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Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Protection and Prevention
Articles
Talk and Listen: Protecting your Child from Sexual Abuse

Talk and Listen: Protecting your Child from Sexual Abuse

Protecting your child from sexual abuse

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Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Protection and Prevention
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No Secrets

No Secrets

Most sexual abuse is committed by someone the family knows

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Protection and Prevention
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How to talk to child about sexual abuse

How to talk to child about sexual abuse

How to talk to child about sexual abuse

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Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
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Sexual Abuse: The Facts

Sexual Abuse: The Facts

Facts about Sexual Abuse

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Articles
Signs and Symptoms of Sexual Abuse

Signs and Symptoms of Sexual Abuse

Signs and symptoms of sexual abuse

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Signs and Symptoms
Articles
Childhood Sexual Development Chart

Childhood Sexual Development Chart

Chart by age group describing behaviors and signs.

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Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Signs and Symptoms
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Offender Behaviors

Offender Behaviors

Sexual abuse offender behavior and grooming tactics

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Protection and Prevention
Articles
Sexual Abuse – Why Kids Don’t Tell

Sexual Abuse – Why Kids Don’t Tell

Telling someone about sexual abuse is very hard for children. The sad news is that children often don’t tell anyone when they’ve been sexually abused. But the good news is that when they do tell, they almost never lie about it.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Articles
Sexual Abuse – How to Report it

Sexual Abuse – How to Report it

Sexual abuse - how to report it

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Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Articles
Healing after Reporting Sexual Abuse

Healing after Reporting Sexual Abuse

Healing after reporting sexual abuse

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Educators
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Reporting, Response and Treatment
Therapy and TBRI
Articles
Trauma Informed Mental Health Care

Trauma Informed Mental Health Care

Prevention in Children at Risk & Increasing Resilience in Traumatized Children

Child Welfare Providers
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Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Articles
Training
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Special Issue on The Rise of Economic Inequality & Its Consequences for Child Protection

Special Issue on The Rise of Economic Inequality & Its Consequences for Child Protection

This special issue on the rise of economic inequality and its consequences for child protection aims to address this gap with 8 scholarly papers.

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Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
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Empowering Children for Personal Safety

Empowering Children for Personal Safety

Informative panel discussion introducing resources from ISPCAN Country Partner ARPAN for practitioners, educators, caregivers and children on preventing Child Sexual Abuse

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Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
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Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
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Child ‘Self-Generated’ Sexual Material Online: Children and Young People’s Perspectives

Child ‘Self-Generated’ Sexual Material Online: Children and Young People’s Perspectives

The definition of child ‘self-generated’ sexual material is a complex one. This is partly because it includes a broad range of relational dynamics, interactions, and image-sharing scenarios that can now be said to account for a high proportion of the child sexual abuse content currently being shared online.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Internet Safety/Pornography
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Articles
Medical Child Abuse/Fabricated or Induced Illness

Medical Child Abuse/Fabricated or Induced Illness

In this two-and-a-half session you will hear from a panel of experts on the topic of Medical Child Abuse / Fabricated or Induced Illness (Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy).

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Articles
Training
Videos/Webinars
The Global Issue of Child Abuse and its Impact on the Work of CACs – Podcast

The Global Issue of Child Abuse and its Impact on the Work of CACs – Podcast

In the United States, CACs and MDTs are doing amazing and innovative work to provide a collaborative response to promote healing for children and families.

Child Welfare Providers
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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Podcasts
Global Insights on the Sexual Exploitation of Boys

Global Insights on the Sexual Exploitation of Boys

The ISPCAN webinar provides a further opportunity to disseminate this important collection of findings to a global audience of practitioners, researchers and child protection experts.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Internet Safety/Pornography
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Articles
Training
Videos/Webinars
Disrupting Harm Conversations with Young Survivors About Online Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse

Disrupting Harm Conversations with Young Survivors About Online Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse

Disrupting Harm is a large-scale research project generating unique insights on how online child sexual exploitation and abuse is manifesting in 13 countries and providing tailored roadmaps for countries to strengthen their prevention and response systems.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Internet Safety/Pornography
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Articles
Applying Safe Behaviours: Preventing and Responding to Peer Violence Amongst Children and Young People

Applying Safe Behaviours: Preventing and Responding to Peer Violence Amongst Children and Young People

Through the project, we aim to make children and young people active agents in creating a safe environment for themselves and their peers.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Articles
Training
Videos/Webinars
Child Sexual Abuse – A Case Study on Trauma Focused Screening and Intervention

Child Sexual Abuse – A Case Study on Trauma Focused Screening and Intervention

Child Sexual Abuse - A Case Study on Trauma Focused Screening and Intervention

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
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Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Articles
Videos/Webinars
Primary Prevention in Educational Settings

Primary Prevention in Educational Settings

Decrease vulnerability of children to assault

Child Welfare Providers
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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Articles
Learning in the Context of Adversity – Special Issue Journal

Learning in the Context of Adversity – Special Issue Journal

Listen to an interactive panel session with content experts in the areas of: •Teacher Secondary Traumatic Stress •High poverty schools, notably with large populations of immigrants •Children with disabilities •Early childhood trauma and maltreatment •Learning challenges for children in foster care and out of home settings

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Articles
Videos/Webinars
Transparency Reporting on Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Online

Transparency Reporting on Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Online

This report presents a baseline study of the policies, procedures and practices that the top-50 global online content-sharing services deploy in relation to CSEA on their platforms and services.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Internet Safety/Pornography
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Articles
TBRI How Do I Handle Manipulation and Control

TBRI How Do I Handle Manipulation and Control

Video for parents about how to handle children's manipulation and control

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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TBRI Responding to Aggressive and Violent Behavior

TBRI Responding to Aggressive and Violent Behavior

Video about using TBRI to respond to aggressive behavior

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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TBRI® Animate: Attachment

TBRI® Animate: Attachment

TBRI® Animate: Attachment video

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TBRI video Why Won’t My Child Act His Age?

TBRI video Why Won’t My Child Act His Age?

TBRI video about why a child won't act his age.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Video – Introduction to TBRI

Video – Introduction to TBRI

Video Introduction to TBBRI

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Parenting Guidelines
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How to Keep Your Anger from Breaking Trust – TBRI

How to Keep Your Anger from Breaking Trust – TBRI

TBRI Video - How to keep your anger from breaking trust

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
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The Danger of Overresponding as Parents

The Danger of Overresponding as Parents

Video about the danger of parents overresponding to children's behavior using TBRI.

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Medical Professionals
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TBRI® Animate: The IDEAL Response©

TBRI® Animate: The IDEAL Response©

TBRI video of the IDEAL Response for discipline.

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Understanding and Responding to Children who Run Away from Home and Institutions – RADAR Program

Understanding and Responding to Children who Run Away from Home and Institutions – RADAR Program

Learn to read the signs before they run away

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Adolescents
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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FORT BEND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT INCIDENT COMPLAINT AND REQUEST TO ACCESS VIDEO SURVEILLANCE

FORT BEND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT INCIDENT COMPLAINT AND REQUEST TO ACCESS VIDEO SURVEILLANCE

FBISD incident complaint and request to access video surveillance from a classroom

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Adolescents
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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Talking to Children about Safety from Sexual Abuse

Talking to Children about Safety from Sexual Abuse

Violence prevention video for parents from CAFB

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Nine Essential Studies in the Fight Against Child Sexual Exploitation & Abuse (CSEA)

Nine Essential Studies in the Fight Against Child Sexual Exploitation & Abuse (CSEA)

By shining a light on the nature of CSEA, we can help governments, businesses, law enforcement and anyone working with children understand what steps must be taken to keep children safe.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Understanding Child Abuse for Primary Students

Understanding Child Abuse for Primary Students

Presentation for children to learn about child abuse.

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A Systematic Review of Factors Associated with Disclosure of Child Sexual Abuse

A Systematic Review of Factors Associated with Disclosure of Child Sexual Abuse

The authors examine the evidence using a socio-ecological model of disclosure, considering factors at the individual, interpersonal, contextual and cultural levels.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Street Grace Upcoming Events and Trainings

Street Grace Upcoming Events and Trainings

Recognize, respond, and report - training

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Child Safeguarding Online – Addressing Artificial Intelligence (AI) Risks

Child Safeguarding Online – Addressing Artificial Intelligence (AI) Risks

Gain knowledge and practical strategies to safeguard children from the risks associated with artificial intelligence (AI) in the online world

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Family for Every Child Kinship Care Guideline – Lessons Learned from Around the World

Family for Every Child Kinship Care Guideline – Lessons Learned from Around the World

Kinship care has multiple benefits for children and kinship care is often in the best interests of children outside of parental care

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Impact of Pornography

Impact of Pornography

Pornography statistics and the impact on society

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Commercial Sexual Exploitation, Stigma, and Trauma

Commercial Sexual Exploitation, Stigma, and Trauma

A Detrimental Trio for an Altered Sense of Self

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Child Helpline International – Online Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Global Report

Child Helpline International – Online Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Global Report

This article outlines several important recommendations on how to tackle underreporting and how to improve data categorization and logging.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Speak Out if You Suspect Something

Speak Out if You Suspect Something

Protect yourself and your friends from sex trafficking

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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ECPAT Global Boys Summit Report

ECPAT Global Boys Summit Report

With representation from almost thirty countries, including the Americas, Sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East, North Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Pacific, the ECPAT Global Boys Summit united over 60 practitioners and organizations aiming to end the cycle of failing boys exposed to sexual exploitation and abuse. (Download the .pdf in English or Spanish)

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Talking with Kids about Sex Trafficking

Talking with Kids about Sex Trafficking

Talking to kids about sex trafficking and keeping them safe

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Adolescents
Adolescents
CAC
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Messaging Apps

Messaging Apps

Messaging apps are used in place of texts for convenience, privacy, and discretion. Perpetrators often switch to these apps before the inappropriate requests begin so there is no trail left to find. Parents need to be aware of the “reason” youth are switching to these messaging apps and the traits of each that may put users at risk for exploitation.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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The Prevalence of Child Sexual Abuse with Online Sexual Abuse Added

The Prevalence of Child Sexual Abuse with Online Sexual Abuse Added

The study highlights the importance of counting and including online sexual abuse in efforts to estimate the overall prevalence of childhood sexual abuse.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Social Media Safety Tips

Social Media Safety Tips

Parenting tips for children's social media use

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Adolescents
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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2022 Paper of the Year – Child Abuse and Neglect The International Journal

2022 Paper of the Year – Child Abuse and Neglect The International Journal

Authors keep us learning and pushing the boundaries of research and practice to get better data, prevention, funding, policies and practice to improve child protection.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Factors Differentiating Risk of Sexual Abuse Victimization by Adults and Peers Among Adolescents

Factors Differentiating Risk of Sexual Abuse Victimization by Adults and Peers Among Adolescents

The goal of this article is to identify factors that increase the risk of sexual abuse victimization and explores variations in these factors depending on whether the perpetrator was an adult or a peer.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Combating Bullying – Through the Lens of a 13-Year-Old Survivor

Combating Bullying – Through the Lens of a 13-Year-Old Survivor

Educate yourself on ways to intervene if a child reports bullying.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Protecting Youth from Sex Trafficking

Protecting Youth from Sex Trafficking

Keep your kids safe from predators

Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Adolescents
Adolescents
CAC
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Child Sexual Abuse/Exploitation and LGBTQI+ Children

Child Sexual Abuse/Exploitation and LGBTQI+ Children

Context, links, vulnerabilities, gaps, challenges and priorities

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
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Strengths and Stressors Assessment Tool

Strengths and Stressors Assessment Tool

An ecological approach to assessing and working with at-risk families

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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“INSPIRE” Seven Strategies for ending Violence Against Children

“INSPIRE” Seven Strategies for ending Violence Against Children

The INSPIRE technical package consists of seven complementary and mutually reinforcing strategies, and two cross-cutting activities to help connect interventions across sectors and assess progress.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
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Understanding and Managing the Impact of Secondary Traumatic Stress and Burnout Among Child Serving Professionals

Understanding and Managing the Impact of Secondary Traumatic Stress and Burnout Among Child Serving Professionals

Practical Strategies for Self-Care

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Preparation for Adult Living

Preparation for Adult Living

Preparation for Adult Living (PAL) Program link

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Advocating for Older Youth in Foster Care Through the Collaborative Family Engagement Lens

Advocating for Older Youth in Foster Care Through the Collaborative Family Engagement Lens

Data and information on how CFE advocates for older youth.

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Keeping Kids Safe in the Digital Age

Keeping Kids Safe in the Digital Age

Parents and community leaders everywhere want to know: how can we keep our kids safe in a Digital Age that’s constantly evolving? In this presentation attendees learn everything they need to know about how to protect their kids from online sexual exploitation.

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Healing and Support from Sexual Abuse for Children and Parents

Healing and Support from Sexual Abuse for Children and Parents

It's important for parents and other adults to provide children who have been sexually abused with the support and resources they need to heal and recover. The sexual abuse of a child can be devastating for both the child and the family, but help is available for both. Children are resilient and not all children who are sexually abused will need therapy. However, a professional experienced in working with children and family members impacted by sexual abuse can often help everyone talk about the experience and find positive ways to move forward.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Adolescents
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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Prevention for Youth-Serving Organizations

Prevention for Youth-Serving Organizations

Children’s safety in school, camps, sports, and in other extracurricular activities is more likely assured when organizations, staff, and parents learn about the steps and resources they can take to create a safer environment. Providing children with healthy sexuality education and actions they can take for their own body safety are important steps in protection. However, it is crucial that the adults take responsibility in creating a culture of safety to protect children from abuse.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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Adult Survivor of Sexual Abuse

Adult Survivor of Sexual Abuse

Adults who have had experiences of sexual abuse as children need and deserve a chance to speak about their experiences with those who understand and can help. Survivors of child sexual abuse can also play a critical role in the prevention of further abuse to other children. If you or someone you love needs support to recover, now is the time to reach out for help. You can find the support you deserve.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Signs and Symptoms
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Worried About Your Own Sexual Thoughts And Behaviors

Worried About Your Own Sexual Thoughts And Behaviors

At Stop It Now! we receive many inquiries from adults who are worried about their sexual thoughts and feelings towards children, and who want to take responsibility for keeping children safe. Recognizing a sexual behavior problem in yourself can feel frightening and lonely. Being honest with yourself about risky behavior is the first step towards staying safe.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Adolescents
Adolescents
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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Children’s Sexual Behaviors

Children’s Sexual Behaviors

It is often uncomfortable to talk about children and their own sexual behaviors but early involvement and intervention in children’s sexuality and sexual behaviors is crucial. Children’s sexual behaviors are most often very different than adult’s sexual behaviors. Learn how to respond to children’s sexual behaviors so that every child is protected, supported and cared for.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Adult’s Behaviors with Children and Youth

Adult’s Behaviors with Children and Youth

Child sexual abuse is almost always a gradual process, not a single event. The more you understand about how and why it happens, the more effective you can be at preventing or stopping it. We can help you make a plan now to step in before a child is harmed or protect a child from further harm.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Worried About An Adult’s Behavior

Worried About An Adult’s Behavior

Someone you love or care about may be acting in ways that worry or confuse you. Maybe you’ve noticed inappropriate behaviors that have a sexual tone or make others feel awkward, nervous, or embarrassed. Or, you might know of current sexual abuse, possibly involving child pornography that must be stopped.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Adolescents
Adolescents
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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Tip Sheet: How To Protect Your Child From Sexual Abuse In Program Settings

Tip Sheet: How To Protect Your Child From Sexual Abuse In Program Settings

These tip sheets provide parents and caregivers of children with disabilities the information they need to keep their child safe from sexual abuse. Every child, disability, means of communication, and family situation is unique. Use this information with your situation in mind.

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Who Is Collecting My Kid’s Data, And What Are They Doing With It?

Who Is Collecting My Kid’s Data, And What Are They Doing With It?

Large companies like Amazon, Google, and TikTok collect data on every interaction that a user has with their platform. These companies use the information to build profiles of people's habits, preferences, and purchases.

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What Are the Deep Web and the Dark Web?

What Are the Deep Web and the Dark Web?

Some basics on the dark web

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What Are the Best Privacy Settings for My Kid’s Apps and Devices?

What Are the Best Privacy Settings for My Kid’s Apps and Devices?

To keep your personal information safe, it's essential to have strong privacy settings on your apps and devices. This can also help you have control over your digital footprint. When securing your accounts, remember to also talk with your kids about protecting their data anytime they use tech.

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How do people sexually exploit children and youth online?

How do people sexually exploit children and youth online?

Technology is woven into our everyday lives, and it is necessary in many ways even for young children. Young people are spending more time than ever before using devices, and so it is important to understand the risks of connecting with others behind a screen or through a device and to identify what makes a child vulnerable online.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Warning Signs a Young Person May be the Target of Sexual Abuse Online

Warning Signs a Young Person May be the Target of Sexual Abuse Online

We already know how difficult it is for children to talk about experiencing sexual harm or abuse, whether by an adult or by another child. When sexually abusive behavior occurs online, some children may not even realize they are being abused or exploited; and those who do still may not tell anyone, especially if they have broken a safety rule or believe their social media or internet privileges may be taken away. It’s critical that kids know that even if they broke a rule they can talk about something uncomfortable, confusing or scary that might be happening to them online. Talk frequently and honestly with your kids about experiences they may be having on social media and the internet, and learn the warning signs in children who may be at-risk.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Adolescents
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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Internet Safety/Pornography
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Parenting a Child or Youth Who Has Been Sexually Abused: A Guide for Foster and Adoptive Parents

Parenting a Child or Youth Who Has Been Sexually Abused: A Guide for Foster and Adoptive Parents

As a parent or caregiver of a child or youth who has a known or suspected history of being sexually abused, you may feel confused about the impact of the abuse and uncertain about how you can help. It may be comforting to know that most children and youth who have been abused do not go on to abuse others, and many live happy, healthy, successful lives. At the same time, all children and youth who have been abused need to feel safe and loved in nurturing homes. As a parent or caregiver, you can play a central role in your child’s healing process, as well as in “building resilience,” which strengthens your child’s ability to adapt to or cope with adversity.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Adolescents
Adolescents
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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Signs and Symptoms
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Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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Tip Sheet: Keeping Children and Youth Safe Online

Tip Sheet: Keeping Children and Youth Safe Online

Social media and the internet offer children and youth many opportunities for education, recreation, and socialization. It has become a part of our everyday lives and a necessary component in many ways, even for young children. There are many fun and positive experiences available for everyone, including youth online, but navigating it safely is not always easy. We can keep children and youth safe by addressing social media and internet safety in our conversations with them and other safe adults in their lives, in our family safety planning, and by learning as much as we can about safety online.

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Tip Sheet: Talking to Children and Teens about Child Sexual Abuse

Tip Sheet: Talking to Children and Teens about Child Sexual Abuse

Experience has taught us that actions by adults can be more effective than expecting kids to protect themselves from sexual abuse. Still, we know that children also need accurate, age-appropriate information about child sexual abuse and confidence that adults they know will support them.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Child Abuse Prevention Toolkit

Child Abuse Prevention Toolkit

Child abuse prevention toolkit

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Adolescents
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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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How to Talk to Child about Sexual Abuse: Video

How to Talk to Child about Sexual Abuse: Video

How to talk to child about sexual abuse - full version

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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How to Start Talking to Children about Sexual Abuse

How to Start Talking to Children about Sexual Abuse

How to start talking to children about sexual abuse

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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How to Talk to Children about their Private Parts

How to Talk to Children about their Private Parts

How to talk to children about their private parts

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Safety Rules for Children about Sexual Abuse

Safety Rules for Children about Sexual Abuse

Safety rules for children about sexual abuse

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Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Get Trained in Commercial Sexual Exploitation Trafficking and other topics

Get Trained in Commercial Sexual Exploitation Trafficking and other topics

Training for understanding and Identifying Commericial Sexual Exploitation and Trafficking as well as other topics.

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Human Trafficking
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Not in My…on Human Trafficking

Not in My…on Human Trafficking

Multiple videos: Not in my City, Not in My Restaurant, Not in my Neighborhood, Not in my Friend Group

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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CULTURE FORWARD: A Strengths and Culture Based Tool to Protect our Native Youth from Suicide.

CULTURE FORWARD: A Strengths and Culture Based Tool to Protect our Native Youth from Suicide.

This site offers multiple links on the subject of Culture Forward and building a national coalition to advance a strengths-based Indigenous movement to promote tribal youth well-being

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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5 Things Every Parent Should Know Before Their Child Joins a Sports Team

5 Things Every Parent Should Know Before Their Child Joins a Sports Team

Your child is ready to start their first sport. It’s an exciting time! While you’re setting schedules, arranging carpools, and getting the right equipment, don’t forget to spend some time on athlete safety as well. You’ll be setting your child up for a successful and safe season.

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Adolescents
Adolescents
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Age-Based Content via Text Message

Age-Based Content via Text Message

Parents can sign up to receive daily texts with age-based messages in a multitude of subjects relating to children

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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When and How to Report Child Abuse

When and How to Report Child Abuse

Description of mandated reporters, statistics and what you need to know when and how to make a report on child abuse.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Pool Dangers and Drowning Prevention – When it’s Not Swimming Time

Pool Dangers and Drowning Prevention – When it’s Not Swimming Time

Swimming pools can have a powerful pull on little children―even when it's not swimming time.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Playground Safety: How to Ensure Injury-Free Fun

Playground Safety: How to Ensure Injury-Free Fun

What hazards to look out for on playgrounds as well as preventing falls.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Prevent Poisoning

Prevent Poisoning

All the ways to protect children from accidental poisoning in the home.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Prevent Choking (English or Spanish)

Prevent Choking (English or Spanish)

List of foods, toys and other small objects that can be choking hazards for small children

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Abuse Prevention Month
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Reducing the Risk of Choking in Young Children at Mealtimes

Reducing the Risk of Choking in Young Children at Mealtimes

Children under the age of 4 are at a high risk of choking while eating. Young children are still learning how to chew food properly, and they often swallow the food whole.

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Childproofing Your Home (English or Spanish)

Childproofing Your Home (English or Spanish)

Several Safety Devices to Help Protect Your Children from Home Hazards

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Home Safety: Tips for Families With Young Children

Home Safety: Tips for Families With Young Children

List of safeguards against commonplace household dangers that can protect small children

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Home Safety Checklist: Keeping Kids Safe, Room by Room

Home Safety Checklist: Keeping Kids Safe, Room by Room

Downloadable checklist for home safety for children

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Real Help For First Time Moms: The Texas Nurse-Family Partnership

Real Help For First Time Moms: The Texas Nurse-Family Partnership

This is a free, voluntary program that matches nurses with first-time moms to help with prenatal care and one-on-one child development education and counseling

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Find a Local Family Support Services Funded Family Resource Center

Find a Local Family Support Services Funded Family Resource Center

For Parent/caregiver to locate local prevention program services for the family.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Healthy Outcomes through Prevention and Early Support

Healthy Outcomes through Prevention and Early Support

Healthy Outcomes through Prevention and Early Support (HOPES) is a flexible community grant that funds a wide variety of innovative initiatives and supports for families with children birth to 5 years old.

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Child Abuse Prevention

Child Abuse Prevention

Prevention Toolkit including daily messages to use in promoting child abuse prevention awareness.

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Positive Parenting As Defined in the Parenting Practices Literature: Issues and Recommendations

Positive Parenting As Defined in the Parenting Practices Literature: Issues and Recommendations

"Parenting is a complicated and challenging endeavor, even in the best of circumstances, and it can be far more difficult when parents lack knowledge about effective parenting strategies or are dealing with stressful personal or family situations."

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Preventing Abusive Head Trauma – What Research Can Tell Us

Preventing Abusive Head Trauma – What Research Can Tell Us

Information on what it is, how parents can respond to crying infants and the dangers of shaking babies.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Abusive Head Trauma

Abusive Head Trauma

Abusive Head Trauma - what is it?

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Promoting Justice for Victims of Abusive Head Trauma

Promoting Justice for Victims of Abusive Head Trauma

Information & Strategies for effective Courtroom presentation

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Assessing Risk Throughout the Life of a Child Welfare Case

Assessing Risk Throughout the Life of a Child Welfare Case

The purpose of this chapter is to outline the typical decision-making points in child protective services, to delineate how risk is assessed at each stage of case involvement, and to consider the types of strategies and tools that are best suited to promote accurate, consistent, and timely decisions that reduce risk and promote child safety.

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Issues in Risk Assessment in Child Protective Services

Issues in Risk Assessment in Child Protective Services

In this article, the authors articulated a broad range of conceptual and methodological problems that threatened to undermine the integrity of these nascent child welfare risk assessment models and technologies.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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The Contribution of Decision Theory to Promoting Child Safety

The Contribution of Decision Theory to Promoting Child Safety

Child Safety discussion about the many traditional strategies for assessing safety and estimating the risk of future maltreatment & how it can result in decisions that compromise children’s safety rather than assure it.

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When “Just As Safe” and “No Less Safe” Are Not Safe Enough.

When “Just As Safe” and “No Less Safe” Are Not Safe Enough.

Discussion on making assumptions of a child being "Just as Safe" is not enough.

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Children’s Presence in Court During Child Protection Hearings: Empowering or Re-Traumatizing?

Children’s Presence in Court During Child Protection Hearings: Empowering or Re-Traumatizing?

"This policy brief seeks to challenge the 2012 recommendation of the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) that children of all ages should be present in court for each hearing in child protection proceedings. The paper makes recommendations as to when it is appropriate for children to attend court hearings and what accommodations should be made to minimize stress."

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Issues in Differential Response

Issues in Differential Response

A Study on Differential response (DR), also referred to as alternative response (AR), family assessment response (FAR), or multiple track response, was developed to incorporate family-centered, strengths-based practices into child protective services (CPS), primarily by diverting lower risk families into an assessment track rather than requiring the traditional CPS investigation.

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Discussion of Issues in Differential Response

Discussion of Issues in Differential Response

In this article, the authors responded to nine commentaries by 17 contributors to their article, Issues in Differential Response. The authors found that a majority of the respondents agreed with the major conclusions of Issues in Differential Response.

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Differential Response in Child Protection: How Much is Too Much?

Differential Response in Child Protection: How Much is Too Much?

Discusses legislation for child maltreatment and four premises of differential response.

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Issues in Differential Response: Revisited

Issues in Differential Response: Revisited

Additional study on investigations by CPS and whether they should assess families for preventive services to low-risk families and if they do make a recommendation how could CPS address such a large range of family problems & needs while the agency was severely understaffed.

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Differential Response: A Misrepresentation of Investigation and Case Fact Finding in Child Protective Services

Differential Response: A Misrepresentation of Investigation and Case Fact Finding in Child Protective Services

One of the foundations of differential response (DR) reform has been its distortion of the traditional and historical model of CPS practice, particularly distortions in the DR literature about approaches to case fact finding.

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Issues in Differential Response

Issues in Differential Response

Differential Response: Issues (a way to infuse strengths based, family centered approaches into child protective services.)

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Differential Response

Differential Response

Differential Response: Safe Passage for Children. Webinar: Dr. Featuring Kathryn Piper on Differential Response (DR) and the safety outcomes.

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Intrafamilial Child Torture

Intrafamilial Child Torture

Intrafamilial Child Torture - a severe form of child maltreatment with unique family dynamics & devastating outcomes of torture for children.

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Intrafamilial Child Torture: Victim Impact and Professional Interventions

Intrafamilial Child Torture: Victim Impact and Professional Interventions

This webinar discussed the devastating impact of torture by one's parents during childhood, and the types of protective, caretaking, and therapeutic interventions that can help child survivors.

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Case Study: Child Survivor of Intrafamilial Child Torture

Case Study: Child Survivor of Intrafamilial Child Torture

This article discusses a biographical case study of a young victim of ICT.

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10 Tactics of Coercive Control, Torture Within a Family

10 Tactics of Coercive Control, Torture Within a Family

"This article discusses the tactics that abusers may use with both their children and their partners, so survivors and advocates can learn what to watch for and how to help."

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Intrafamilial Child Torture: Case Studies of Investigation and Treatment

Intrafamilial Child Torture: Case Studies of Investigation and Treatment

This 90 minute training will provide an intermediate level introduction to an emerging category of child maltreatment- Intrafamilial Child Torture (ICT), or torture perpetrated against children by their parents or caregivers.

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Child Survivors of Intrafamilial Child Torture

Child Survivors of Intrafamilial Child Torture

Intrafamilial Child Torture is in the early stages of identification and research, and very little empirical information is available to either describe it or to articulate its dynamics. A case study of a child survivor.

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Intrafamilial Child Torture: Making the Case for a Distinct Category of Child Maltreatment

Intrafamilial Child Torture: Making the Case for a Distinct Category of Child Maltreatment

"ICT differs from other types of child maltreatment (CM) largely in the type and extent of parental psychopathology that creates situations of ICT. "

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Intrafamilial Child Torture: The Trauma of Psychological Torture

Intrafamilial Child Torture: The Trauma of Psychological Torture

This 90 minute training will provide an intermediate level introduction to an emerging category of child maltreatment- Intrafamilial Child Torture (ICT), or torture perpetrated against children by their parents or caregivers.

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Intrafamilial Child Torture: Training Mandated Reporters

Intrafamilial Child Torture: Training Mandated Reporters

Intrafamilial child torture (ICT) is torture that is directed against children by their primary caregivers-—usually parents or relative guardians. ICT is different from other forms of child maltreatment because it occurs under a unique set of family dynamics not seen in other families struggled with child maltreatment

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Treating Child Survivors of Intrafamilial Child Torture

Treating Child Survivors of Intrafamilial Child Torture

Two cases discussed demonstrate the long term detrimental outcomes of intrafamilial child torture in children who are not given effective treatment, and how specialized treatment can help children recover and eventually heal. Both of these children experienced torture in their families when they were in preschool.

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Intrafamilial Child Torture: Victim impact and professional interventions

Intrafamilial Child Torture: Victim impact and professional interventions

Much remains to be learned about the life altering developmental consequences of extreme child abuse in child victims and the most effective interventions to help them recover and grow. This is particularly relevant for child victims of intrafamilial child torture (ICT).

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Intrafamilial Child Torture: Victim Impact and Professional Intervention – Video

Intrafamilial Child Torture: Victim Impact and Professional Intervention – Video

This webinar discusses the devastating impact of torture by one's parents during childhood, and the types of protective, caretaking, and therapeutic interventions that can help child survivors.

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Intrafamilial Child Torture: Whitepaper – Victim Impact and Professional Intervention

Intrafamilial Child Torture: Whitepaper – Victim Impact and Professional Intervention

Child maltreatment has been the subject of considerable research and attention for the past few decades, but identifying and intervening in the most severe, complex cases is an evolving science. Much remains to be learned about the life altering developmental consequences of extreme child abuse in child victims and the most effective interventions to help them recover and grow.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Poverty, Neglect, and Child Protection Reform

Poverty, Neglect, and Child Protection Reform

Discussion and details about the reforms in the CPS system as it relates to children and child abuse.

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Prosecution and Registration of Youth with Problematic or Illegal Sexual Behaviors

Prosecution and Registration of Youth with Problematic or Illegal Sexual Behaviors

There are currently more than 200,000 people who are listed for life on sex offender registries for acts they committed when they were children (Juvenile Law Center, 2023). Their offenses often include acts such as simulating intercourse with similar-age siblings or peers, sexual exploration with younger children, or consensual sexual contact with another youth.

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Sex Offender Registration of Youth with problematic sexual behaviors: “What happened when one state discontinued the practice?”

Sex Offender Registration of Youth with problematic sexual behaviors: “What happened when one state discontinued the practice?”

"There are currently more than 200,000 people who are listed on sex offender registries—some for life—for acts they committed when they were children (Juvenile Law Center, 2023). Their offenses often include acts such as simulating intercourse with similar-age siblings or peers, sexual exploration with younger children, or consensual sexual contact with another youth."

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Labeled for Life: A Review of Youth Sex Offender Registration Laws

Labeled for Life: A Review of Youth Sex Offender Registration Laws

Sex Offender Registration of Youth. Registration can be life-long and can be imposed without any inquiry into the child’s individual circumstances or progress in treatment.

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Raised on the Registry: The Irreparable Harm of Placing Children on Sex Offender Registries in the US

Raised on the Registry: The Irreparable Harm of Placing Children on Sex Offender Registries in the US

Sex Offender Registration of Youth. The Irreparable Harm of Placing Children on Sex Offender Registries in the US

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The Costs and Benefits of Subjecting Juveniles to Sex-Offender Registration and Notification

The Costs and Benefits of Subjecting Juveniles to Sex-Offender Registration and Notification

Sex Offender Registration of Youth: The costs and benefits of subjecting juveniles to sex-offender registration and notification.

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The Role of the Child’s Attorney in Child Protection Proceedings

The Role of the Child’s Attorney in Child Protection Proceedings

"When to Advocate the Child's Best Interests vs. Expressed Wishes"

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Child Abuse

Child Abuse

What to do if you or someone you know is being abused. Signs, symptoms, types, and statistics

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Child Abuse Safety Awareness Tips

Child Abuse Safety Awareness Tips

Statistics, definition, prevention, signs, reporting

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Child Abuse Prevention Safety Tips

Child Abuse Prevention Safety Tips

Welcome to our 2021 Safety Hot Topic series where we will be doing a 2-minute video based on our safety hot topic for the month. This month, is Child Abuse prevention and awareness. English

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Prevencion del Abuse Infantil (Child Abuse Prevention Safety)

Prevencion del Abuse Infantil (Child Abuse Prevention Safety)

Welcome to our 2021 Safety Hot Topic series where we will be doing a 2-minute video based on our safety hot topic for the month. This month, is Child Abuse prevention and awareness. (Spanish)

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Adolescents
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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Abuse Prevention Month
Child Safety and Protection
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Anti Trafficking Review

Anti Trafficking Review

Special Issue - Armed conflicts: Migration, Trafficking and Labor Markets. Life after Trafficking

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Adolescents
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Legal Requirements
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The Battle for Childhood Episode 21

The Battle for Childhood Episode 21

Podcast on Sexual Exploitation with Sr. VP and ED of NCOSE.

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Talking To Your Child About Consent

Talking To Your Child About Consent

Blog about consent and talking to your children

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Every Child Deserves to Feel Safe and Protected, Period.

Every Child Deserves to Feel Safe and Protected, Period.

Blog from CAC exec director about child abuse safety and prevention.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Abuse Prevention Month
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Child Abuse Awareness

Child Abuse Awareness

Blog about Child Abuse awareness; data, incidence and statistics

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Abuse Prevention Month
Child Safety and Protection
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Protection and Prevention
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TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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Domestic Violence Safety Awareness Tips

Domestic Violence Safety Awareness Tips

Domestic Violence tips, prevention and statistics

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Violencia Domestica: Consejos de Concientizacion de Seguridad (Domestic Violence Tips)

Violencia Domestica: Consejos de Concientizacion de Seguridad (Domestic Violence Tips)

Domestic Violence Tips. Spanish

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Domestic Violence Awareness (by Crime Stoppers)

Domestic Violence Awareness (by Crime Stoppers)

Blog about Domestic Violence by Crime Stoppers

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Animal Cruelty Episode 30

Animal Cruelty Episode 30

Podcast on the connection between animal cruelty and abuse. Guest, Tamron Hall

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Domestic Violence Awareness

Domestic Violence Awareness

In this #SafetyHotTopic​​ video, Program Coordinator Joshua Webb defines #DomesticViolence and discusses how to recognize, respond and report suspected abuse.

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Human Trafficking Awareness by CrimeStopHouston

Human Trafficking Awareness by CrimeStopHouston

Human Trafficking involves the use of force, fraud or coercion to obtain some type of forced labor, commercial sex, or both.

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Human Trafficking: Safety Awareness Tips

Human Trafficking: Safety Awareness Tips

Human Trafficking Awareness data and safety tips

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Trata de Personas: Consejos de Conciencia (Human Trafficking Safety Awareness Tips)

Trata de Personas: Consejos de Conciencia (Human Trafficking Safety Awareness Tips)

Datos de concientizacion sobre la trata de personas y consejos de seguridad (Human Trafficking Awareness data, and safety tips.) Spanish

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Cyber Safety Resource Guides: Human Trafficking and the Internet

Cyber Safety Resource Guides: Human Trafficking and the Internet

Statistics, incidences, definitions and resources

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Human Trafficking

Human Trafficking

Statistics and Tips for Students on Human Trafficking

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Human Trafficking

Human Trafficking

Human Trafficking Educator tips

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Cyber Safety and Human Trafficking

Cyber Safety and Human Trafficking

Tips and best practices for Educators

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A Win for Human Trafficking Victims: Pornhub Owner’s $1.8 Million Resolution

A Win for Human Trafficking Victims: Pornhub Owner’s $1.8 Million Resolution

Blog about the illicit activities and investigation of Pornhub and holding them accountable.

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Another Perspective of Exploitation in Houston

Another Perspective of Exploitation in Houston

Blog from a survivor of sexual exploitation

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Human Sex Trafficking Episode 2

Human Sex Trafficking Episode 2

Podcast providing a unique perspective on how social media, e-commerce, and the internet as a whole play an integral role in an increased demand for sexual exploitation

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Human Sex Trafficking Episode 4

Human Sex Trafficking Episode 4

Podcast about trafficking by Jennifer Hohman.

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Breaking Bond Human Trafficking Edition Episode 15

Breaking Bond Human Trafficking Edition Episode 15

Podcast about trafficking offenders and the trend of the repeat release of violent offenders

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Sexual Assault: Safety Awareness Tips

Sexual Assault: Safety Awareness Tips

Sexual Assault Safety Tips and statistics. Bilingual

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Domestic Violence Does Not Discriminate

Domestic Violence Does Not Discriminate

Domestic violence does not discriminate and occurs in every race, ethnicity, socio-economic background, education, age, gender or sexual orientation. Blog from victim advocate.

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Surviving The Unimaginable by Meghan Verikas Episode 7

Surviving The Unimaginable by Meghan Verikas Episode 7

Podcast from abuse survivor

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You Are Worth Fighting For!

You Are Worth Fighting For!

Podcast from abuse survivor.

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Wrongful Convictions & Victim Advocacy Episode 12

Wrongful Convictions & Victim Advocacy Episode 12

Podcast from victim advocates

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Teen Dating Violence: Safety Awareness Tips

Teen Dating Violence: Safety Awareness Tips

Teen dating safety tips, statistics, prevention, and talking to teens

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Violencia Entre Parejas Adolescentes: Consejos de conciencia (Teen Dating Violence)

Violencia Entre Parejas Adolescentes: Consejos de conciencia (Teen Dating Violence)

Termine antes de que comience – ayude a los preadolescentes y los adolescentes que conozcan y reconozcan las señales de advertencia de violencia en el noviazgo.

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Teen Dating Violence: Tips for Students

Teen Dating Violence: Tips for Students

Safety tips, reporting, best practices for students, statistics and National Helpline numbers

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Teen Dating Violence: Tips for Educators

Teen Dating Violence: Tips for Educators

Safety tips, best practices for educating students, statistics and National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline number

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Request a Presentation

Request a Presentation

Presentation request links for free safety presentations in and out of Harris County for students, parents, school staff and school-based law enforcement

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Parents and Caregivers, Find Movies for Kids by Age

Parents and Caregivers, Find Movies for Kids by Age

Online resource for parents. Ratings and reviews of appropriateness of Movies for children and recommendations by age.

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Parents and Caregivers, Find TV Shows for Kids by Age

Parents and Caregivers, Find TV Shows for Kids by Age

Online resource for parents. Ratings and reviews of appropriateness of TV shows for children and recommendations by age.

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Parents and Caregivers, Find Books for Kids by Age

Parents and Caregivers, Find Books for Kids by Age

Online resource for parents. Ratings and reviews of appropriateness of books for children and recommendations by age.

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Parents and Caregivers, Find Games by Age

Parents and Caregivers, Find Games by Age

Online resource for parents. Ratings and reviews of appropriateness of games for children and recommendations by age.

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Parents and Caregivers, Find Podcasts by Age

Parents and Caregivers, Find Podcasts by Age

Online resource for parents. Ratings and reviews of appropriateness of Podcasts for children and recommendations by age.

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Parents and Caregivers, Find Apps by Age

Parents and Caregivers, Find Apps by Age

Online resource for parents. Ratings and reviews of appropriateness of Apps for children and recommendations by age.

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Best Apps: Our Recommendations for Families

Best Apps: Our Recommendations for Families

Recommendations on the best apps or kids by age group.

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Parents’ Ultimate Guide to YouTube Kids.

Parents’ Ultimate Guide to YouTube Kids.

Safety, how it works, setting filters and parental controls. Subscription required. Educator's link provided also.

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What Are the Best Privacy Settings for My Kid’s Apps and Devices?

What Are the Best Privacy Settings for My Kid’s Apps and Devices?

Parents guide to Best Privacy Settings for kids' apps and devices.

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Make Screen Time Safe and Positive

Make Screen Time Safe and Positive

Use tech planners to help your kids think through important questions around tech use. Ages 2 - 13+.

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Preventing Future Crime by Addressing Childhood Sexual Abuse and Later Non-Consensual Sexual Experiences in a Community Context

Preventing Future Crime by Addressing Childhood Sexual Abuse and Later Non-Consensual Sexual Experiences in a Community Context

Trauma history is linked with later criminal activity; rehabilitation through the justice system is limited when it does not address the sexual trauma history of inmates.

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Rethinking Human Trafficking Representation

Rethinking Human Trafficking Representation

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Child Labor Trafficking is a Health Care Issue

Child Labor Trafficking is a Health Care Issue

Child labor trafficking is a pervasive issue globally, affecting an estimated 5.5 million children worldwide. In the United States, the National Human Trafficking Hotline calculates that 16% of labor trafficking cases reported to them involved children.

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Safe, Secure, and Loved: Parent Education

Safe, Secure, and Loved: Parent Education

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Don’t Start and End with ACEs: How Protective Factors Explain Youth Health

Don’t Start and End with ACEs: How Protective Factors Explain Youth Health

Research has shown the negative health impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences, or ACEs, which include experiences of abuse, household challenges, and neglect.

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How to Move Policy on Human Trafficking.

How to Move Policy on Human Trafficking.

This study looked at bills introduced to the United States Congress between 1989 and 2016 that used keywords related to human trafficking, trauma, and research use.

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What is Cyberbullying?

What is Cyberbullying?

Definition of Bullying, Cyberbullying; Cyberbullying stats, workshops and presentations.

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What is Bullying?

What is Bullying?

Definition of Bullying and its effects on children

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Lessons Learned from Ten Generative AI Misuse Cases

Lessons Learned from Ten Generative AI Misuse Cases

Generative AI can contribute to a wide range of possible risks and harms that can affect the emotional and psychological well-being of others, their financial state of affairs, and even their physiological health and physical safety.

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Teens and AI: Virtual Girlfriend and Virtual Boyfriend Bots

Teens and AI: Virtual Girlfriend and Virtual Boyfriend Bots

An explanation of what a virtual girlfriend or boyfriend is and the concerns with using apps that create them.

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Digital Self-Harm: The Growing Problem You’ve Never Heard Of.

Digital Self-Harm: The Growing Problem You’ve Never Heard Of.

This article discusses the impact of teens who cyberbully themselves.

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When your Mother is your Cyberbully

When your Mother is your Cyberbully

A teen shares her story of how she was cyberbullied by her own mother

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Social Media, Youth, and New Legislation: The Most Critical Components

Social Media, Youth, and New Legislation: The Most Critical Components

Cyberbullying; Social Media, Youth & new legislation.

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Takeaways from the Surgeon General’s Advisory on Social Media

Takeaways from the Surgeon General’s Advisory on Social Media

The Surgeon General's Advisory on Social Media

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State Laws, Social Media Bans, and Youth: What Are We Doing?

State Laws, Social Media Bans, and Youth: What Are We Doing?

There has been a flurry of activity related to new legislation intending to make social media and gaming platforms safer and more accountable to upholding expected standards of trust, security, transparency, and privacy.

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Most Popular Social Media Apps

Most Popular Social Media Apps

List of Apps used and a description of each. Interactive links.

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Generative AI as a Vector for Harassment and Harm

Generative AI as a Vector for Harassment and Harm

As a social science researcher studying trust and safety on online platforms, it is critical to think through potential risks and negative impacts associated with the use of generative AI technologies.

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Social Media, Cyberbullying, & Online Safety Terms to Know

Social Media, Cyberbullying, & Online Safety Terms to Know

Glossary of terms parents need to know in the realm of social media cyberbullying and online safety

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Bullying Beyond the School Yard: Preventing & Responding to Cyberbullying.

Bullying Beyond the School Yard: Preventing & Responding to Cyberbullying.

This essential guide is completely updated with new research findings and evolving best practices for prevention and response2nd Edition. Purchase through Amazon or Barnes & Noble

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Bullying Today: Bullet Points and Best Practices

Bullying Today: Bullet Points and Best Practices

This book is organized so you can find the answers you need to make meaningful changes in the way you prevent and respond to bullying. (Corwin Teaching Essentials) 1st Edition

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Words Wound: Delete Cyberbullying and make kindness go viral.

Words Wound: Delete Cyberbullying and make kindness go viral.

This book empowers young people by giving them the tools they need to keep themselves safe online, protect their digital reputations, and make their schools and their communities kinder places. (Amazon)

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School Climate 2.0: Preventing Cyberbullying One Classroom at a Time

School Climate 2.0: Preventing Cyberbullying One Classroom at a Time

Renowned cyberbullying experts Sameer Hinduja and Justin W. Patchin connect the off-campus, high-tech behaviors of teens to the school environment and provide educators with a road map for developing a positive school climate that counteracts cyberbullying and sexting.

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A Leader’s Guide to “Words Wound”

A Leader’s Guide to “Words Wound”

This leader’s guide can help you use Words Wound to inspire productive discussion, engage teens in reflection, explore useful strategies for dealing with online bullying, and work toward building a culture of greater kindness and respect.

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What to Do When Your Child is Cyberbullied

What to Do When Your Child is Cyberbullied

Top 10 Tips for Parents

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What To Do When Your Child Cyberbullies Others

What To Do When Your Child Cyberbullies Others

Information for parents: What to do when your child cyberbullies others.

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Cyberbullying Continues to Rise among Youth in the United States

Cyberbullying Continues to Rise among Youth in the United States

Stats and information on the rise of cyberbullying among youth in the US.

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Cyberbullying Warning Signs

Cyberbullying Warning Signs

Red flags that a child is involved in cyberbullying

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Cyberbullying Scripts for Parents to Promote Dialog and Discussion

Cyberbullying Scripts for Parents to Promote Dialog and Discussion

Cyberbullying scripts. Talking to teens about online harassment.

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Take it Down: A New Tool to Combat the Unauthorized Sharing of Explicit Images of Minors

Take it Down: A New Tool to Combat the Unauthorized Sharing of Explicit Images of Minors

The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), with funding from Meta, has developed a free tool that makes it easier to remove explicit images of minors from certain online environments.

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Promoting Media Literacy. Ten activities to help students create, evaluate, and analyze content.

Promoting Media Literacy. Ten activities to help students create, evaluate, and analyze content.

It is imperative as responsible citizens that we use our critical thinking and analytical skills to evaluate authenticity of the content we consume.

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Cyberbullying Crossword Puzzle: Talking to Youth about Internet Harassment

Cyberbullying Crossword Puzzle: Talking to Youth about Internet Harassment

Cyberbullying Crossword puzzle: Talking to Youth about Internet Harassment

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Cyberbullying Word Trace: Talking to Youth about Internet Harassment

Cyberbullying Word Trace: Talking to Youth about Internet Harassment

Cyberbullying Word Trace activity

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Cyberbullying: Talking to Youth about Internet Harassment

Cyberbullying: Talking to Youth about Internet Harassment

Cyberbullying Activity: Word scramble activity.

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Cyberbullying Word Find: Talking to Youth about Internet Harassment

Cyberbullying Word Find: Talking to Youth about Internet Harassment

Wordfind activity to get youth talking about internet harassment

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Cyberbullying Scripts: Talking to Teens about Online Harassment

Cyberbullying Scripts: Talking to Teens about Online Harassment

Sample "scripts" for parents and teens to encourage cyberbullying-related conversations

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Cyberbullying Activity: Research

Cyberbullying Activity: Research

Research activity to learn about cyberbullying

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Cyberbullying Activity: Laws

Cyberbullying Activity: Laws

Cyberbullying Activity: Research activity to learn about laws addressing bullying & cyberbullying

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How Media Literacy Can Prevent Online Harm

How Media Literacy Can Prevent Online Harm

We must teach our youth to be informed consumers of what they see on the Web, on social media platforms, and even in their own typed-out conversations (and those of others).

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VR and Metaverse Safety. Top Ten Tips for Parents.

VR and Metaverse Safety. Top Ten Tips for Parents.

Tips and information for parents on VR and Metaverse Safety

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The Status of Sexting Laws Across the United States

The Status of Sexting Laws Across the United States

States that do not have a specific sexting law often rely on existing statutes when dealing with teen sexting. All states, for example, have child pornography or child exploitation laws that prohibit sending, receiving, or possessing images of a sexual nature of a minor.

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Teen Sexting

Teen Sexting

A brief guide for educators and parents on research from across the US.

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Child Grooming and the Metaverse – Issues and Solutions.

Child Grooming and the Metaverse – Issues and Solutions.

Arguably one of the biggest concerns of the metaverse, especially to law enforcement, parents, guardians, and caregivers of children, is the potential for pedophilia, online grooming, and child sexual exploitation.

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A Teen’s view of Social Media in 2023.

A Teen’s view of Social Media in 2023.

Amelia, a high school student in central Florida, describes her views on social media

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A Teen’s View of Social Media in 2022

A Teen’s View of Social Media in 2022

Emily, a high school senior, gives her view of social media

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The Metaverse: Opportunities, Risks, and Harms

The Metaverse: Opportunities, Risks, and Harms

Cyberbullying, Sexual Harassment, Catfishing, Prevention

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Sextortion: Michigan Teen Latest Casualty

Sextortion: Michigan Teen Latest Casualty

The story of Jordan DeMay and how he was affected by sextortion.

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The Role of Parents in Preventing Bullying and Cyberbullying

The Role of Parents in Preventing Bullying and Cyberbullying

This article discusses positive parenting practices and their effect on bullying and cyberbullying.

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Vicarious Supervision: Preventing Problematic Behaviors Online through Positive Parent-Child Relationships

Vicarious Supervision: Preventing Problematic Behaviors Online through Positive Parent-Child Relationships

Parents have a responsibility to be directly involved in monitoring and influencing the early online activities of their children.

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Cyberbullying Statistics 2021 | Age, Gender, Sexual Orientation, and Race

Cyberbullying Statistics 2021 | Age, Gender, Sexual Orientation, and Race

With social media and gaming platforms technically requiring users to be at least 13 years of age, it is notable that one in four (25.1%) of those very young teenagers have been cyberbullied recently (i.e., in the last 30 days).

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Cyberbullying Fact Sheet: Taking Screenshots and Screen Recordings to Preserve Evidence

Cyberbullying Fact Sheet: Taking Screenshots and Screen Recordings to Preserve Evidence

This Fact Sheet provides you with the instructions on how to create an image or video of what you see on any screen (on any device – your laptop, tablet, gaming console, Kindle, phone, iWatch, etc.) to preserve evidence

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Cyberbullying: Identification, Prevention and Response

Cyberbullying: Identification, Prevention and Response

Information on the ways cyber bullying works, and other details.

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Cyberbullying Prevention

Cyberbullying Prevention

Questions Parents Should Ask Their Children About Technology

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Technology Use Contract: Setting Expectataions to Promote Responsibility

Technology Use Contract: Setting Expectataions to Promote Responsibility

Technology Use Contract for Youth. Setting Expectations to Promote Responsibility

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ReThink – Before the Damage

ReThink – Before the Damage

Founder & CEO Trisha Prabhu's TED talk on how ReThink can detect and end online

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Report Abuse, Neglect, or Exploitation (800) 252-5400

Report Abuse, Neglect, or Exploitation (800) 252-5400

TX DFPS site on reporting child abuse

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What is the Office of Child Safety?

What is the Office of Child Safety?

Information on The Office of Child Safety at DFPS and what they do.

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10 Ways to Help a Child

10 Ways to Help a Child

Brochure with tips to help children

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Parent-Child Interaction (PCI) and Home Visiting

Parent-Child Interaction (PCI) and Home Visiting

This brief highlights the importance of PCI, presents strategies home visitors can use to support parents in strengthening these interactions, and offers tips for using Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) to improve PCI efforts

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The Best Gift You Can Give Is Time

The Best Gift You Can Give Is Time

Multiple articles with Parenting Tips

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Water Safety for Kids

Water Safety for Kids

Parenting Tips. Teaching children the joys of splashing in the bathtub and sprinkler can be fun for both parents and kids.

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The Safest Way For Your Baby to Sleep

The Safest Way For Your Baby to Sleep

Room Sharing and Safe Sleep for Babies

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SIDS: Safe Sleep

SIDS: Safe Sleep

Safe Sleep for Babies Video

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What’s in Your Babies Crib?

What’s in Your Babies Crib?

Safe sleep video For the safest sleep, remember the ABCs of safe sleep: alone, on their back, and in an empty crib.

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Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI)

Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI)

Actions You Can Take: Where do you fit in prevention?

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Early Childhood Intervention Services

Early Childhood Intervention Services

Early child development information for parents of children age birth to 36 months.

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Early Childhood Special Education

Early Childhood Special Education

Early Childhood Special Education information for parents with children ages 3-5 years old.

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Babies: Parenting Tips

Babies: Parenting Tips

Multiple articles and videos with parenting tips for parents of babies.

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Toddlers & Preschoolers: Parenting Tips

Toddlers & Preschoolers: Parenting Tips

Multiple articles and videos with parenting tips for parents of children aged 1-3 years old. Includes Parenting tips helpline.

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Kids: Parenting Help

Kids: Parenting Help

Balancing work, play, and school can be a full-time job. Multiple articles and video for for parents.

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Tweens & Teens

Tweens & Teens

Hormones, independence, and peer pressure are just a few of the challenges tweens and teens face. Multiple articles and video for parents of tweens and teens.

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Need Parenting Help Now?

Need Parenting Help Now?

Multiple articles for parents with various topics.

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Get Help Now

Get Help Now

For parents who need additional help. Helpline for phone or text, Find programs in our area, Annual calendar and tip sheets for all ages & stages, Video library

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Help Is Here Now

Help Is Here Now

Printable Crisis Helpline Card

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La ayuda ya está aquí ( Crisis Helpline card)

La ayuda ya está aquí ( Crisis Helpline card)

Spanish version of Crisis Helpline Card for printing.

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Family Violence Program

Family Violence Program

Family Violence Program website includes Hotline phone numbers for National Domestic Violence, National Sexual Assault, Human Trafficking, Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

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How to Ask For Help

How to Ask For Help

It can be hard to talk about your mental health or struggles with substance use to someone else.

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Cómo pedir ayuda

Cómo pedir ayuda

Spanish version. Puede ser difícil hablar de su salud mental o de sus problemas con el consumo de sustancias con otra persona.

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How To Ask For Help When Going Through A Difficult Time

How To Ask For Help When Going Through A Difficult Time

Turning to someone for support can help when you struggle with life’s challenges.

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Cómo pedir ayuda cuando estás pasando un momento difícil (How to ask for help when going through a difficult time)

Cómo pedir ayuda cuando estás pasando un momento difícil (How to ask for help when going through a difficult time)

Spanish version Article: Cómo pedir ayuda cuando estás pasando un momento difícil. ("How to ask for help when going through a difficult time")

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How To Be A Supportive Partner To Someone Who Is Going Through A Difficult Time

How To Be A Supportive Partner To Someone Who Is Going Through A Difficult Time

Spouses or partners can play an important role to help their loved ones cope during a challenging time. You may be the first one they turn to for help.

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Cómo apoyar a tu pareja en un momento difícil (How to be a supportive partner…)

Cómo apoyar a tu pareja en un momento difícil (How to be a supportive partner…)

Spanish version article. Cómo apoyar a tu pareja en un momento difícil (How to be a supportive Partner to Someone Who is Going Through a Difficult Time)

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How To Encourage Children to Express Their Emotions

How To Encourage Children to Express Their Emotions

Many children find it hard to open up and express their feelings during difficult times, but you can be a resource for your child to turn to.

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Child Abuse Prevention Month
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Thriving Texas Families

Thriving Texas Families

Thriving Texas Families Program promotes healthy pregnancy, childbirth, encourages family formation, parenting techniques

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How To Support Your Child Through Difficult Times

How To Support Your Child Through Difficult Times

Tips to help a parent support their child through difficult times.

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Cómo apoyar a tu hijo en los momentos difíciles (How to Support Your Child Through Difficult Times)

Cómo apoyar a tu hijo en los momentos difíciles (How to Support Your Child Through Difficult Times)

Spanish version of How to Support Your Child Through Difficult Times (Cómo apoyar a tu hijo en los momentos difíciles)

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How to Talk to Someone You’re Worried About

How to Talk to Someone You’re Worried About

How to talk to someone you’re worried about. If someone you care about is experiencing a struggle with mental health or substance use, having an open, honest conversation about it can help them feel cared for and understood.

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Cómo hablar con alguien que le preocupa (How to Talk to Someone You’re Worried About)

Cómo hablar con alguien que le preocupa (How to Talk to Someone You’re Worried About)

Spanish version of How to Talk to Someone You're Worried About (Cómo hablar con alguien que le preocupa)

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I Think My Loved One is Having a Hard Tie. How Do I Spot the Signs?

I Think My Loved One is Having a Hard Tie. How Do I Spot the Signs?

How to spot the signs that a loved one is having a hard time.

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Creo que uno de mis seres queridos está pasando por un mal momento. ¿Cómo puedo detectar las señales? (I Think My Loved One is Having a Hard Time)

Creo que uno de mis seres queridos está pasando por un mal momento. ¿Cómo puedo detectar las señales? (I Think My Loved One is Having a Hard Time)

Spanish version of How to spot the signs that a loved one is having a hard time (Creo que uno de mis seres queridos está pasando por un mal momento. ¿Cómo puedo detectar las señales?)

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What are the signs of substance use problems?

What are the signs of substance use problems?

Recognizing the signs of substance use and abuse problems.

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¿Cuáles son las señales de los problemas de consumo de sustancias? (What Are The Signs of Substance Abuse Problems?)

¿Cuáles son las señales de los problemas de consumo de sustancias? (What Are The Signs of Substance Abuse Problems?)

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Be The One In The Fight Against Human Trafficking

Be The One In The Fight Against Human Trafficking

Video. Fight against Human Trafficking digital training tool to understand what Human Trafficking is.

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Family Violence Program Resources

Family Violence Program Resources

Family Violence Resources if you feel unsafe.

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Family Violence Program

Family Violence Program

The National Domestic Violence Hotline is answered 24 hours a day by trained advocates prepared for crisis intervention support, safety planning, education, advocacy, and can refer you to local shelters and other resources in Texas.

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Human Trafficking into and Within the United States: A Review of the Literature

Human Trafficking into and Within the United States: A Review of the Literature

This paper presents a comprehensive review of current literature on human trafficking into and within the United States.

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Understanding Human Trafficking

Understanding Human Trafficking

U.S. law defines human trafficking as the use of force, fraud, or coercion to compel a person into commercial sex acts or labor against their will. The Action-Means-Purpose (AMP) Model can be helpful in understanding the federal law.

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Human Trafficking Myths, Facts and Statistics

Human Trafficking Myths, Facts and Statistics

This site discusses vulnerabilities, traffickers, control and survivors.

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Rescue & Restore Victims of Human Trafficking

Rescue & Restore Victims of Human Trafficking

The intent of the Rescue & Restore campaign is to increase the identification of trafficking victims in the United States and to help those victims receive the benefits and services they need to restore their lives.

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Human Trafficking

Human Trafficking

This site includes research and evaluation projects intended to improve services for people who have experienced human trafficking;

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Identify and Assist a Trafficking Victim

Identify and Assist a Trafficking Victim

Everyone has the potential to discover a human trafficking situation. Victims are often hidden right in front of us at, for example, construction sites, restaurants, elder care centers, nail salons, agricultural fields, and hotels. Traffickers’ use of coercion – such as threats of deportation and harm to the victim or their family members – is so powerful that even if you reach out to victims, they may be too fearful to accept your help.

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Neglect Toolkit

Neglect Toolkit

This toolkit is to assist CBCAP (Community-Based Child Abuse Prevention) state lead agencies (SLAs) and their partners in understanding neglect and the complexity of this issue

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What is Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect

What is Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect

Information on Community-based child abuse prevention, child abuse, and neglect.

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What are Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)?

What are Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)?

Information on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)

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Why is Collaboration a Priority area for CBCAP?

Why is Collaboration a Priority area for CBCAP?

Information on the importance of collaboration between agencies that provide prevention services

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Shifting Minds, Changing Systems (Episode 1)

Shifting Minds, Changing Systems (Episode 1)

Prevention Mindset Institute, Episode 1: Shifting minds, changing systems. By the Friends National Center for CBCAP.

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Shifting Minds, Changing Systems (Episode 2)

Shifting Minds, Changing Systems (Episode 2)

Prevention Mindset Institute, Episode 2: Shifting minds, changing systems continued. Parents join the conversation. By the Friends National Center for CBCAP.

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Shifting Mindsets by Revising Laws – One State’s Journey (Episode 3)

Shifting Mindsets by Revising Laws – One State’s Journey (Episode 3)

Prevention Mindset Institute Episode 3: Shifting Mindsets by Revising Laws – One state’s journey to assure poverty is not misconstrued as neglect

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Prevention Mindset Institute Embracing Prevention Across Systems

Prevention Mindset Institute Embracing Prevention Across Systems

FRIENDS’ goal is to share knowledge with selected state teams, learn from participants, and disseminate our findings with others in child welfare and prevention.

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Just Ask Illustrated Version

Just Ask Illustrated Version

Just Ask is a story about asking for help. Spoken with his/her authentic voice.

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La importancia de un padre como factor de protección (The Importance of a Father as a Protective Factor)

La importancia de un padre como factor de protección (The Importance of a Father as a Protective Factor)

Told in Spanish: "The importance of a father as a protective factor". Spoken with his/her authentic

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The Importance of a Father as a Protective Factor

The Importance of a Father as a Protective Factor

A story about the importance of fathers (English)

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Showing up as a Noncustodial Parent

Showing up as a Noncustodial Parent

Spoken with his/her authentic voice. A story of advocating for yourself as a non-custodial parent

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A Brighter Future for All Children

A Brighter Future for All Children

A story about a parent’s journey with a child with special healthcare needs

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Asking for Help

Asking for Help

A story about kinship caregiving and not being afraid to ask for help

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Healing to Lead

Healing to Lead

A story about the acknowledgement of the importance of healing

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Co-parenting Gave Me Hope

Co-parenting Gave Me Hope

A story about co-parenting

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Making the Invisible, Visible!

Making the Invisible, Visible!

A story about fatherhood and accessing services

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Just Ask: Utilizing Resources Can Make a Difference

Just Ask: Utilizing Resources Can Make a Difference

A story about asking for help.

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God Has a Sense of Humor

God Has a Sense of Humor

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The Grandparent/Co-parent Story – Illustrated Version

The Grandparent/Co-parent Story – Illustrated Version

A story about parents and grandparents working together to parent children.

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The Grandparent/Co-parent Story

The Grandparent/Co-parent Story

A story about parents and grandparents working together to parent children.

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Story of Neglect

Story of Neglect

A story about neglect and its impact as told by a parent named Dawn.

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Stopping the Cycle of Abuse

Stopping the Cycle of Abuse

A story about the cycle of abuse and prevention by Jill.

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
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Primary Prevention

Primary Prevention

A story about primary prevention told by Eliza

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Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
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Parent Voices Make a Difference

Parent Voices Make a Difference

A story about how parents can advocate for themselves and others by Jill.

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Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
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Let’s Go Get Those Grandmothers

Let’s Go Get Those Grandmothers

A story about the role grandmother’s can play by Sam

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Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
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Advocating for My Child as an Immigrant and Mother

Advocating for My Child as an Immigrant and Mother

Story as told by Fatima

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Adolescents
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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
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A Caring Adult Makes a Difference in a Child’s Life – Illustrated

A Caring Adult Makes a Difference in a Child’s Life – Illustrated

Illustrated A Caring Adult Makes a Difference in a Child’s Life; Also known as "My Secret Life" - Beth's story

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Sharing the Journey: Voices of Parent Leaders

Sharing the Journey: Voices of Parent Leaders

A story about how a caring adult can impact the overall journey of a child.

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Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Finding Self-Compassion and Sharing Compassion with Others

Finding Self-Compassion and Sharing Compassion with Others

Dr. Isaiah Pickens discusses the importance of finding self-compassion and sharing compassion with others to help mitigate the stress in our own lives.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Supporting, Empowering and Honoring Older Adolescents in Dealing with Loss

Supporting, Empowering and Honoring Older Adolescents in Dealing with Loss

Dr. Isaiah Pickens explores strategies parents can use for supporting, empowering, and honoring older teenagers in their home that are experiencing loss

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
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Living with Young Children, Part 1

Living with Young Children, Part 1

Discusses challenges families are facing with parenting young children during difficult times.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Living with Young Children, Part 2

Living with Young Children, Part 2

Discussion about unique stressors for families during difficult times and practical tips parents can use to support infants & toddlers in handling stress & emotions

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Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
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Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Podcasts
Outcomes for Human Trafficking Survivors (OHTS) Instrument

Outcomes for Human Trafficking Survivors (OHTS) Instrument

Measuring Outcomes in Services for Human Trafficking Survivors: Building Evidence to Inform Practice

Medical Professionals
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Signs and Symptoms
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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Queering the Support for Trafficked Perons: LGBTQ Communities and Human Trafficking in the Heartland

Queering the Support for Trafficked Perons: LGBTQ Communities and Human Trafficking in the Heartland

Schwarz and her colleagues conducted a study of service provider approaches to services for survivors of human trafficking. Through a mixed methods approach, they found that "linear" service models were not a good fit for all survivors of trafficking.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Adolescents
Adolescents
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Legal Requirements
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Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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Ethical and Practical Considerations for Collecting Longitudinal Data from CSEC Youth

Ethical and Practical Considerations for Collecting Longitudinal Data from CSEC Youth

A discussion on longitudinal evaluation of a survivor-mentor program for child survivors of sex trafficking in the United States

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
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Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Legal Requirements
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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Experiences of Racism Among African American Women Impacted by Commercial Sexual Exploitation

Experiences of Racism Among African American Women Impacted by Commercial Sexual Exploitation

Discussion and experiences of racism among African American Women Impacted by Commercial Sexual Exploitation

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Legal Requirements
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Videos/Webinars
Labor Trafficking Victimizations: Repeat Victimization & Polyvictimization

Labor Trafficking Victimizations: Repeat Victimization & Polyvictimization

Panelists discuss repeat victimization and polyvictimization related to experiences of labor and sex trafficking

Child Welfare Providers
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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Legal Requirements
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Signs and Symptoms
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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Labor and Sex Trafficking Among Homeless Youth

Labor and Sex Trafficking Among Homeless Youth

Panelists discuss screening tools for identifying and preventing child sex trafficking

Child Welfare Providers
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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Legal Requirements
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Signs and Symptoms
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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Labor and Sex Trafficking Among Homeless Youth

Labor and Sex Trafficking Among Homeless Youth

Discussion about labor and sex trafficking among homeless youth and prevention

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
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Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Legal Requirements
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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How Should We Talk about Human Trafficking Statistics?

How Should We Talk about Human Trafficking Statistics?

In order to create the greatest impact, we need to be able to communicate through integrity so that we can present the human trafficking issue

Child Welfare Providers
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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
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Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Legal Requirements
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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Public Health Research Priorities to Address US Human Trafficking

Public Health Research Priorities to Address US Human Trafficking

Discussion about existing evidence on early stage human trafficking prevention efforts

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Adolescents
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CAC
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Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Legal Requirements
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
Examining the Link: Foster Care Runaway Episodes and Human Trafficking

Examining the Link: Foster Care Runaway Episodes and Human Trafficking

Children and youth who run from foster care placements are a growing concern among policymakers and practitioners. A large number of youth in foster care run away from their placement at least once, and many do multiple times. Running from care is associated with a range of serious negative consequences, including human trafficking victimization.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Adolescents
Adolescents
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Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Legal Requirements
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
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Estimating the Prevalence of Human Trafficking in the US: Considerations & Complexities

Estimating the Prevalence of Human Trafficking in the US: Considerations & Complexities

Considerations and complexities; proceedings of a workshop - in brief

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Adolescents
Adolescents
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
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Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
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A Medical Safe Haven for Survivors of Trafficking

A Medical Safe Haven for Survivors of Trafficking

Due to insufficient training for providers and limited implementation of survivor-oriented care, many people who have experienced trafficking characterize their interactions with health care providers as re-traumatizing, which deeply threatens their continued access to the services and support they need.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Legal Requirements
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
The Complexities of Recognizing and Responding to Trafficked Patients in the ED

The Complexities of Recognizing and Responding to Trafficked Patients in the ED

Discussion of the role of medical providers and the care of trafficking survivors in the Emergency Department

Child Welfare Providers
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Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Legal Requirements
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
Psychotherapy for Commercially Sexually Exploited Children

Psychotherapy for Commercially Sexually Exploited Children

A Guide for Community-Based Behavioral Health Practitioners and Agencies

Child Welfare Providers
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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Legal Requirements
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
Justice in Their Own Words

Justice in Their Own Words

Perceptions & experiences of (In)Justice among Human Trafficking Survivors

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Adolescents
Adolescents
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CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
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Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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Human Trafficking & Domestic Violence Fact Sheet

Human Trafficking & Domestic Violence Fact Sheet

This Fact Sheet provides examples in each context, highlighting cases in which courts and administrative bodies recognized the nexus between human trafficking and domestic violence.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Adolescents
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Legal Requirements
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Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
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Routledge International Handbook of Hunan Trafficking

Routledge International Handbook of Hunan Trafficking

A Multi-Disciplinary and applied approach

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
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Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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Youth Involvement in the Sex trade. A National Study

Youth Involvement in the Sex trade. A National Study

Over the past decade, federal, state, and local policymakers across the United States have devoted increasing attention to the plight of youth who are involved in the sex trade.

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
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Life Interrupted. Trafficking into Forced Labor in the United States

Life Interrupted. Trafficking into Forced Labor in the United States

Life Interrupted introduces us to survivors of human trafficking who are struggling to get by and make homes for themselves in the United States.

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Adolescents
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Moving Upstream: The Merits of a Public Health Law Approach to Human Trafficking

Moving Upstream: The Merits of a Public Health Law Approach to Human Trafficking

This Article concludes that, although a public health approach alone is not sufficient, public health methodologies can advance anti-trafficking efforts in ways currently underutilized or not contemplated by a criminal law model, and reveal deep-seated structural challenges impeding the success of current legislative and policy initiatives designed to combat human trafficking.

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
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TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
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Labor Trafficking is a Women’s Rights Issue

Labor Trafficking is a Women’s Rights Issue

Many advocates and policy makers tend to focus exclusively on sex trafficking without recognizing the vast numbers of women and girls who are labor trafficked into or within the United States.

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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HEAL Trafficking & the Rights Lab Webinar

HEAL Trafficking & the Rights Lab Webinar

Co-designed instruments and outcomes for Human Trafficking Survivor Services and Research

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
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Measuring Outcomes in Services for Human Trafficking Survivors: Building Evidence to Inform Practice

Measuring Outcomes in Services for Human Trafficking Survivors: Building Evidence to Inform Practice

This presentation described the development and testing of a tool to measure service outcomes for human trafficking survivors. This user-friendly, excel-based tool measures changes in feelings of safety, well-being, social connectedness, and self-sufficiency.

Child Welfare Providers
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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Adolescents
Adolescents
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
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Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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The 21st Century Cures Act – Open Notes and Privacy for Human Trafficking Survivors

The 21st Century Cures Act – Open Notes and Privacy for Human Trafficking Survivors

Panelists discuss the 21st Century Cures Act and its requirement that patients have immediate access to their medical record. It discusses some of the potential safety challenges that this might present to trafficked individuals as well as possible IT solutions for addressing these challenges.

Child Welfare Providers
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
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TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
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Mandatory Reporting of Human Trafficking

Mandatory Reporting of Human Trafficking

This webinar explored a topic of increasing concern to health care professionals, lawyers, and other advocates. In recent years, increasing numbers of states have been amending their laws to require reporting of human trafficking, especially of children.

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Videos/Webinars
Integrating Research into Anti-Trafficking Presentations

Integrating Research into Anti-Trafficking Presentations

This webinar is designed to increase your confidence when presenting statistics and research about trafficking, by teaching you how to evaluate research and statistics that are shared in the general public.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Videos/Webinars
The Psychiatric Care of Trafficking Survivors

The Psychiatric Care of Trafficking Survivors

Discussion of the role of medical providers and the care of trafficking survivors

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Legal Requirements
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Videos/Webinars
Legal Aspects of Human Trafficking for Health Care Professionals

Legal Aspects of Human Trafficking for Health Care Professionals

Legal Aspects of Human Trafficking for Health Care Professionals. This webinar provides insights on legal aspects and resources available to human trafficking victims.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Videos/Webinars
Rethinking Representation: Framing Human Trafficking for Health Professionals

Rethinking Representation: Framing Human Trafficking for Health Professionals

This presentation explores how the anti-trafficking movement represents human trafficking in its public awareness efforts via visual media, stories and testimonies, and data and statistics.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Videos/Webinars
Introduction to Labor and Sex Trafficking

Introduction to Labor and Sex Trafficking

This webinar includes how Healthcare Providers can identify and respond (presentation for print)

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Videos/Webinars
Trafficking Forced Marriage Webinar

Trafficking Forced Marriage Webinar

Intersection of Forced Marriage & Human Trafficking in the U.S.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Videos/Webinars
Introduction to Human Trafficking & Adults with Disabilities (Part 1)

Introduction to Human Trafficking & Adults with Disabilities (Part 1)

Webinar Part 1 Understanding Human Trafficking and How Adult Patients with Disabilities are at Risk

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Human Trafficking
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Signs and Symptoms
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Videos/Webinars
Identifying Victims & Survivors with Disabilities (Part 2)

Identifying Victims & Survivors with Disabilities (Part 2)

Human trafficking & Disabilities Series Training Part 2: Identifying Victims & Survivors with Disabilities

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Signs and Symptoms
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Videos/Webinars
Trauma Informed Care for Victims & Survivors with Disabilities Webinar Part 3

Trauma Informed Care for Victims & Survivors with Disabilities Webinar Part 3

Human Trafficking & Disabilities Series Training for Health Care Providers

Child Welfare Providers
Medical Professionals
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Videos/Webinars
What is Trauma-informed Care?

What is Trauma-informed Care?

The American Hospital Association’s Hospital Against Violence initiative, in collaboration with HEAL Trafficking and Jones Day, hosts this webinar to provide health care professionals an understanding of trauma-informed care and explore the intersection of trauma, resilience, and health.

Child Welfare Providers
Medical Professionals
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Signs and Symptoms
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Videos/Webinars
Best Practices for Screening and Assessing Patients for Trafficking

Best Practices for Screening and Assessing Patients for Trafficking

This webinar provides resources and best practice techniques for health care professionals to screen and/or assessment for labor and/or sex trafficking.

Child Welfare Providers
Medical Professionals
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Signs and Symptoms
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Videos/Webinars
Human Trafficking Response: Resources for Health Care Professionals

Human Trafficking Response: Resources for Health Care Professionals

Learn more from leading human trafficking response programs, the new ICD-10 codes for human trafficking, your role as a health care professional, and how your organization can prepare and create systems that can help end human trafficking.

Medical Professionals
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Signs and Symptoms
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Videos/Webinars
Nurses Leading Efforts to End Human Trafficking

Nurses Leading Efforts to End Human Trafficking

This webinar explores the significance of grassroots efforts in combating human trafficking. Our speaker will share how her personal journey led her to help health systems better respond to victims of trafficking. Learn about state-level efforts to create awareness and improve shared learnings.

Child Welfare Providers
Medical Professionals
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Signs and Symptoms
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Videos/Webinars
The Reality of Labor Trafficking

The Reality of Labor Trafficking

This webinar will provide hospitals and health systems with the tools to identify and respond to potential victims of labor trafficking.

Child Welfare Providers
Medical Professionals
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Videos/Webinars
Trafficking of Children for Labor and Sex – The Health Care Professional’s Response

Trafficking of Children for Labor and Sex – The Health Care Professional’s Response

This webinar will provide a more in-depth look into trafficking of children for labor and sex. National expert, Dr. Jordan Greenbaum, will provide an overview of the issue to help create awareness of the dynamics of child trafficking.

Child Welfare Providers
Medical Professionals
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Videos/Webinars
Legal Aspects of Human Trafficking for Health Care Professionals

Legal Aspects of Human Trafficking for Health Care Professionals

Hospitals and health systems are often a trusted partner to victims of human trafficking. This webinar will provide insights on legal aspects and resources available to human trafficking victims

Medical Professionals
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Legal Requirements
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Signs and Symptoms
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Videos/Webinars
Intersection of Human Trafficking and the Opioid Crisis

Intersection of Human Trafficking and the Opioid Crisis

The American Hospital Association’s Hospital Against Violence initiative hosted this webinar to aid health care providers in understanding and addressing the role of opioid use for individuals at risk of, currently experiencing, or recovering from trafficking.

Child Welfare Providers
Medical Professionals
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Videos/Webinars
Effective Collaboration Between Anti-Trafficking & Domestic Violence Programs

Effective Collaboration Between Anti-Trafficking & Domestic Violence Programs

This webinar explores domestic violence (DV) shelters as a potential housing resource for survivors of trafficking.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Parenting Guidelines
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Videos/Webinars
The Intersection of Substance Use Disorders and Trafficking

The Intersection of Substance Use Disorders and Trafficking

This webinar will discuss the intersection of substance use disorders and trafficking, with a special focus on opiate dependence.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Videos/Webinars
Public Health Approach to Preventing Human Trafficking

Public Health Approach to Preventing Human Trafficking

This web conference will explore the problematic nature of human trafficking in our communities through the public health lens and how it is linked to sexual violence and domestic violence.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Videos/Webinars
Human Trafficking Is a Public Health Issue: A Paradigm Expansion in the United States

Human Trafficking Is a Public Health Issue: A Paradigm Expansion in the United States

Human Trafficking is a Public Health Issue book. (Amazon, Barnes & Noble)

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Books
Report of the Task Force on Trafficking

Report of the Task Force on Trafficking

Report of the task force on Trafficking of Women and Girls. Survivor-led and Survivor-informed human trafficking research video.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Videos/Webinars
Identifying & Responding to Human Trafficking in Health Care Settings

Identifying & Responding to Human Trafficking in Health Care Settings

This on-demand webinar provides guidance for clinic staff and providers to become more comfortable in identifying patients at risk for trafficking and making referrals for potential victims.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Videos/Webinars
Teaching Children the 3 Rs of Safety about their Body and Sexual Abuse

Teaching Children the 3 Rs of Safety about their Body and Sexual Abuse

Teaching kids the 3 Rs of Safety about their body and sexual abuse

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Articles
Teaching Children about Secrets: Sexual Abuse

Teaching Children about Secrets: Sexual Abuse

Teaching kids about secrets as related to sexual abuse

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Articles
Conversations about sexual abuse by age of child

Conversations about sexual abuse by age of child

Conversations about sexual abuse by age of child

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Articles
Practicing Safety Rules with Children about Sexual Abuse

Practicing Safety Rules with Children about Sexual Abuse

Practicing safety rules with children about sexual abuse

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Articles
How to Choose Caregivers: Sexual Abuse and Safety

How to Choose Caregivers: Sexual Abuse and Safety

How to choose caregivers - regarding sexual abuse and safety

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Articles
Know who your kids are with: Sexual Abuse and Safety

Know who your kids are with: Sexual Abuse and Safety

Know who your kids are with - regarding sexual abuse and safety

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Articles
Talking about Sexual Abuse with other Adults

Talking about Sexual Abuse with other Adults

Talking about sexual abuse with other adults

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Articles
Sexual Abuse can happen in any Family

Sexual Abuse can happen in any Family

Sexual abuse can happen in any family

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Protection and Prevention
Videos/Webinars
How to Respond to Disclosure of Sexual Abuse

How to Respond to Disclosure of Sexual Abuse

How to respond to disclosure of sexual abuse

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Articles
What to Do after a Child Discloses Sexual Abuse?

What to Do after a Child Discloses Sexual Abuse?

What to do after a child discloses sexual abuse to you?

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Articles
EarlyOpenOften: Spanish Resources for Keeping Children Safe

EarlyOpenOften: Spanish Resources for Keeping Children Safe

Earlyopenoften...Resources for keeping children safe in Spanish

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Articles
Videos/Webinars
Program for Community about Child Protection (Pre-K – 5)

Program for Community about Child Protection (Pre-K – 5)

Program for community about child protection (Pre-K through 5th grade)

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Signs and Symptoms
Articles
Second Step Program – Research Review on Child Protection

Second Step Program – Research Review on Child Protection

Second Step Program - review of research on Child Protection

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Protection and Prevention
Articles
Guide for how to talk to children about personal safety and sexual abuse

Guide for how to talk to children about personal safety and sexual abuse

Guide for how to talk to children about personal safety and sexual abuse

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Books
Online Safety Videos, Interactive Games and Printable Games for Young Children

Online Safety Videos, Interactive Games and Printable Games for Young Children

Online safety videos, interactive games and printable games for young children

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Internet Safety/Pornography
Protection and Prevention
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Activities
Child Abuse

Child Abuse

What to do if you or someone you know is being abused and statistics on child abuse

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Reporting, Response and Treatment
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Articles
How Do You Know If You Aren’t Safe?

How Do You Know If You Aren’t Safe?

For Children or Teens/Tweens. Video and information on what you can do.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Articles
Community Resources (Babies, Toddlers, Internet Safety, Teen Topics)

Community Resources (Babies, Toddlers, Internet Safety, Teen Topics)

Community Resources (Babies, Toddlers, Internet Safety, Teen Topics)

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
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Adolescents
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Parents: “Parent Child Relationship”

Parents: “Parent Child Relationship”

Parents: "Parent Child Relationship"

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Anyone: “If you or someone you know is being abused…”

Anyone: “If you or someone you know is being abused…”

Anyone: "If you or someone you know is being abused…"

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Parent, Teacher, Physician: “ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences)”

Parent, Teacher, Physician: “ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences)”

Parent, Teacher, Physician: "ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences)"

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Child Help Hotline

Child Help Hotline

Child Help Hotline Parents-speak to counselor at Child Help & Phone Line

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Labor Trafficking Self-Assessment Card

Labor Trafficking Self-Assessment Card

Trafficking Patient Self-Assessment Cards (multiple languages)

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Child Labor Trafficking is a Health Care Issue

Child Labor Trafficking is a Health Care Issue

Child labor trafficking is a pervasive issue globally, affecting an estimated 5.5 million children

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Child Labor Trafficking in the United States: A Hidden Crime

Child Labor Trafficking in the United States: A Hidden Crime

Emerging research brings more attention to labor trafficking in the United States. However, very few efforts have been made to better understand or respond to labor trafficking of minors.

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Labor and Sex Trafficking Among Homeless Youth

Labor and Sex Trafficking Among Homeless Youth

A Ten-City Study provides a detailed account of labor and sexual exploitation experienced by homeless youth in Covenant House's care in ten cities.

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HEAL Trafficking Webinar: Labor and Sex Trafficking Among Homeless Youth

HEAL Trafficking Webinar: Labor and Sex Trafficking Among Homeless Youth

Labor and Sex Trafficking Among Homeless Youth Webinar

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Identifying Sexual and Labor Exploitation among Sheltered Youth Experiencing Homelessness: A Comparison of Screening Methods

Identifying Sexual and Labor Exploitation among Sheltered Youth Experiencing Homelessness: A Comparison of Screening Methods

Human trafficking is a significant and growing public health concern. Subgroups of adolescents and young adults are particularly vulnerable to human trafficking, especially youth who are unstably housed or homeless.

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Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC)

Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC)

Training and resources from National Children's Alliance and partners

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Child Sexual Abuse Material (Child Pornography) Resource Toolkit

Child Sexual Abuse Material (Child Pornography) Resource Toolkit

This toolkit represents the collected resources of the Children's Advocacy Center (CAC) movement to respond to the complex needs of victims of child abuse images, also known as abusive images, child sexual abuse material, or child pornography.

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Child Sex Trafficking Resource Toolkit

Child Sex Trafficking Resource Toolkit

This toolkit represents the collected resources of the Children's Advocacy Center (CAC) movement to respond to the complex needs of victims of child abuse images, also known as abusive images, child sexual abuse material, or child pornography.

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Captured on Film: Survivors of Child Sex Abuse Material are Stuck in a Unique Cycle of Trauma

Captured on Film: Survivors of Child Sex Abuse Material are Stuck in a Unique Cycle of Trauma

This white paper will be a living document, updated with new insights to help identify gaps in treatment and support for survivors of child sexual abuse material beginning with mental health practitioners, then attorneys, law enforcement, victim advocates and others.

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Seeing Beyond The Picture. Child Sexual Abuse Images

Seeing Beyond The Picture. Child Sexual Abuse Images

Printable Fact Sheet for Victim/Family Advocates

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Seeing Beyond The Picture: Advocating for the Victim of Child Sexual Abuse Images

Seeing Beyond The Picture: Advocating for the Victim of Child Sexual Abuse Images

Victim Advocate Trainer's Manual. Seeing beyond the picture. Advocating for the Victim of child sexual abuse images. (Printable)

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When Images Hurt, How to Understand, Respond, and Find Hope for Your Child

When Images Hurt, How to Understand, Respond, and Find Hope for Your Child

This guide offers information and resources to help you restore your child's sense of safety and find hope for the future.

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Day One Online Child Exploitation

Day One Online Child Exploitation

Online icons and definitions, apps that are used by children and offenders

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What is Sextortion?

What is Sextortion?

Sextortion defined, incidences, risks,how is it related to bullying.

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Know Your Rights If You are a Victim of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse

Know Your Rights If You are a Victim of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse

Tips and information for victims under the age of 18 and what to do.

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Helping Families Prevent Child Sexual Exploitation

Helping Families Prevent Child Sexual Exploitation

We teach children to tell if they are hurt, but sometimes they cannot. Children who have been sexually exploited may be too afraid or ashamed to tell.

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Ayudando a las Familias a Prevenir la Explotacion Sexual Infantil

Ayudando a las Familias a Prevenir la Explotacion Sexual Infantil

Les enseñamos a los niños a que cuenten si están heridos, pero a veces no pueden hacerlo.

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Helping Schools & Communities Prevent Child Sexual Exploitation

Helping Schools & Communities Prevent Child Sexual Exploitation

Families are the first line of defense in protecting children from sexual exploitation. However, they cannot do it alone.

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AYUDANDO A ESCUELAS Y COMUNIDADES A PREVENIR LA EXPLOTACIÓN SEXUAL INFANTIL

AYUDANDO A ESCUELAS Y COMUNIDADES A PREVENIR LA EXPLOTACIÓN SEXUAL INFANTIL

Las familias son la primera línea de defensa para proteger a los niños contra la explotación sexual. Sin embargo, no pueden hacerlo solos.

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Reconnecting With Your Child

Reconnecting With Your Child

Building relationships after suspected sexual exploitation

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Reconnectando con su Nino

Reconnectando con su Nino

Construyendo relaciones después de sospechar explotación sexual

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Resources for Child Sexual Exploitation Cases

Resources for Child Sexual Exploitation Cases

The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children® is dedicated to helping families, victims, law enforcement, industry, and other professionals reduce child sexual exploitation and prevent future victimization

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Resources for Child Sexual Exploitation – Survivors & Their Families. (English)

Resources for Child Sexual Exploitation – Survivors & Their Families. (English)

Information on NCMEC and how they help survivors and families impacted by online child sexual exploitation.

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Recursors Para Ninos Sobrevivienes De Explotacion Sexual & SUS Familias

Recursors Para Ninos Sobrevivienes De Explotacion Sexual & SUS Familias

NCMEC Resources for Child Sexual Exploitation - Survivors & Their Families. (Spanish)

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Social Media Safety for Teens

Social Media Safety for Teens

Social Media Safety tips for Teens. Checklist to take steps to keep yourself safer online.

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Sextortion: Threats to Expose a Sexual Image In Order to Make a Person do Something

Sextortion: Threats to Expose a Sexual Image In Order to Make a Person do Something

Sextortion guide on what to look out for and what to do.

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Child Physical Abuse: A Guide to the CAC Response

Child Physical Abuse: A Guide to the CAC Response

This guide identifies numerous considerations and differences in the response and intervention to physical abuse for a CAC currently serving sexually abused children and their families

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How The CAC Model Works

How The CAC Model Works

Provides information about the CAC model and supportive resources to local centers.

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One In Ten Podcast

One In Ten Podcast

A podcast engaging the brightest minds working to solve one of the world's toughest challenges—child abuse. Join us for long-form conversations with leading experts on science, law, medicine, morality, and messaging.

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What Happens Now? Facing sexual behavior problems with your child

What Happens Now? Facing sexual behavior problems with your child

Child abuse is a horrific experience with potentially lasting effects. It’s also, unfortunately, a common experience in America and around the world

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What Happens Now? Facing sexual behavior problems with your child.

What Happens Now? Facing sexual behavior problems with your child.

Discovering that your child has a problematic sexual behavior can be overwhelming. Having the right help and support is vital to helping your child and assisting you in gaining a sense of hope for the future. You are not alone. Help is available.

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What is a Family Resource Center?

What is a Family Resource Center?

Describes what Family Resource Centers are.

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Family Resource Centers: Vehicles for Change

Family Resource Centers: Vehicles for Change

Family Resource Centers;activities, and how they function as vehicles for Change (California Family Resource Center)

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Family Resource Center & Child Welfare Collaboration Continuum

Family Resource Center & Child Welfare Collaboration Continuum

This document, developed in partnership with Casey Family Programs, illustrates how Family Resource Centers provide support for families along all points of the child welfare continuum and can be leveraged for Family First Prevention Services Act implementation.

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Family Resource Centers for Prevention

Family Resource Centers for Prevention

Video from Children's Board of Hillsborough County discussing Family Resource Centers for prevention

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Community-Based FRC: Ser’s Familia Centro de Asistencia Familiar y Emocional (C.A.F.E), Georgia

Community-Based FRC: Ser’s Familia Centro de Asistencia Familiar y Emocional (C.A.F.E), Georgia

Video discussing family resource centers as a welcoming hub of support

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Colorado Community Response Evaluation findings 2014-2018

Colorado Community Response Evaluation findings 2014-2018

Information on Colorado Community Response (CCR)'s prevention programs

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Family Resource Centers

Family Resource Centers

Evidence based finding on whether Family Support Centers reduce maltreatment investigations from Allegheny County, PA

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What Do We Know about Family Resource Centers?

What Do We Know about Family Resource Centers?

2019 study to find if place-based programs such as Family Resource Centers reduce the risk of child maltreatment and entry into foster care.

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Case Studies Demonstrate Family Resource Centers Save the Child Welfare System Millions

Case Studies Demonstrate Family Resource Centers Save the Child Welfare System Millions

Involvement in the child welfare system can be disruptive and even traumatizing for children and families, resulting in significant costs to public systems.

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Shifting Mindset (Episode 1)

Shifting Mindset (Episode 1)

In this episode, FRIENDS National Parent Advisory Council (PAC) members Valerie Lebanion and Michael Cupeles talk with CBCAP State Leads, Sasha Rasco from Texas and Nicole Sillaman from Ohio about their participation in the Prevention Mindset Institute.

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Prevention Mindset Institute, Episode 1

Prevention Mindset Institute, Episode 1

Shifting minds, changing systems. By the Friends National Center for CBCAP.

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Shifting Minds, Changing Systems; continued

Shifting Minds, Changing Systems; continued

Prevention Mindset Institute, Episode 2: Shifting minds, changing systems continued. Parents join the conversation. By the Friends National Center for CBCAP.

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Shifting Mindsets by Revising Laws – One state’s journey to assure poverty is not misconstrued as neglect

Shifting Mindsets by Revising Laws – One state’s journey to assure poverty is not misconstrued as neglect

Prevention Mindset Institute Episode 3: Shifting Mindsets by Revising Laws – One state’s journey to assure poverty is not misconstrued as neglect

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Prevention Mindset Institute

Prevention Mindset Institute

The FRIENDS National Center for Community-Based Child-Abuse Prevention (FRIENDS) initiated the Prevention Mindset Institute (PMI) to identify strategies showing promise for shifting mindsets toward prevention.

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Making the Link: Parent Organizing as a Strategy for Sustainable Policy Change

Making the Link: Parent Organizing as a Strategy for Sustainable Policy Change

A publication of grantmakers for children youth and families

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Parent Leadership Self-Assessment Tool

Parent Leadership Self-Assessment Tool

The purpose of this tool is to help agencies and organizations to assess whether they are giving parents opportunities to develop and exercise leadership skills.

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Parent Education

Parent Education

Factsheet #16, Parent Education for Community-Based Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention

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The Role of Parent Mutual Support

The Role of Parent Mutual Support

Factsheet #17 from National Resource Center for CBCAP. Parent mutual self-help support groups play an active role in strengthening families.

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“Just Ask”: Illustrated Version

“Just Ask”: Illustrated Version

"Just Ask" is a story about asking for help. Spoken with his/her authentic voice.

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“Unstoppable” Illustrated Version

“Unstoppable” Illustrated Version

"Unstoppable" is a story about resilience and empowering other parents. Spoken with his/her authentic voice

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La importancia de un padre como factor de protección

La importancia de un padre como factor de protección

Told in Spanish: "The importance of a father as a protective factor". Spoken with his/her authentic voice

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The Importance of a Father as a Protective Factor

The Importance of a Father as a Protective Factor

A story about the importance of fathers

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Self Love Heights is Possible

Self Love Heights is Possible

"Self Love" is a story about loving yourself through trauma. Spoken with his/her authentic voice

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Showing Up as a Noncustodial Parent

Showing Up as a Noncustodial Parent

Spoken with his/her authentic voice. A story of advocating for yourself as a non-custodial parent

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A Brighter Future for All Children

A Brighter Future for All Children

A story about a parent’s journey with a child with special healthcare needs

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Asking for Help

Asking for Help

A story about kinship care giving and not being afraid to ask for help

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Healing to Lead

Healing to Lead

A story about the acknowledgement of the importance of healing

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Co-parenting Gave Me Hope

Co-parenting Gave Me Hope

A story about co-parenting

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Making the Invisible, Visible!

Making the Invisible, Visible!

A story about fatherhood and accessing services

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Just Ask: Utilizing Resources Can Make a Difference

Just Ask: Utilizing Resources Can Make a Difference

A story about asking for help.

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God Has a Sense of Humor

God Has a Sense of Humor

A story about adoption and working with the foster care system

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The Grandparent/Co-parent Story Illustrated Version

The Grandparent/Co-parent Story Illustrated Version

An illustrated story about parents and grandparents working together to parent children.

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The Grandparent/Co-parent Story

The Grandparent/Co-parent Story

A story about parents and grandparents working together to parent children.

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Story of Neglect

Story of Neglect

A story about neglect and its impact as told by a parent named Dawn.

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Stopping the Cycle of Abuse

Stopping the Cycle of Abuse

A story about the cycle of abuse and prevention by Jill.

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Primary Prevention

Primary Prevention

"Primary Prevention" story told by Eliza

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Parent Voices Make a Difference

Parent Voices Make a Difference

A story about how parents can advocate for themselves and others

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Why Do People Believe Conspiracy Theories About Human Trafficking? (Season 6, Episode 1)

Why Do People Believe Conspiracy Theories About Human Trafficking? (Season 6, Episode 1)

Podcast that discusses myths and conspiracy theories about human trafficking.

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A Sea of Red Dots: The Explosion in Online Child Sexual Abuse (Season 6 Episode 2)

A Sea of Red Dots: The Explosion in Online Child Sexual Abuse (Season 6 Episode 2)

In the face of a growing market for child sexual abuse materials, how do we keep kids safe—and how do we hold tech companies accountable?

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Caregiver Advocacy Support and Resources for Youth with Disabilities

Caregiver Advocacy Support and Resources for Youth with Disabilities

Printable list of caregiver support resources and websites.

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Making Prevention Education Accessible for All

Making Prevention Education Accessible for All

Children with intellectual and developmental disabilities are at an increased risk of abuse and neglect than children without those disabilities (Season 6 Episode 3)

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Labelled: Ward of The State by Denisha Anthony and Monique Mensah

Labelled: Ward of The State by Denisha Anthony and Monique Mensah

Labelled: Ward of The State by Denisha Anthony and Monique Mensah A memoir of the author's personal experience in the foster care system from the unique perspective of a child formerly in foster care, youth advocate and social worker.

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Boys: The Invisible Victims of Child Sex Trafficking (Season 6 Episode 4)

Boys: The Invisible Victims of Child Sex Trafficking (Season 6 Episode 4)

What places boys at special risk for sex trafficking, and how can we help them?

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Treating Adolescents With Problematic Sexual Behaviors. (Season 6 Episode 5)

Treating Adolescents With Problematic Sexual Behaviors. (Season 6 Episode 5)

Discusses risk factors and prevention of child sexual abuse behavior in teens.

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Climate Change and Violence Against Children (Season 6 Episode 6)

Climate Change and Violence Against Children (Season 6 Episode 6)

We speak with Dr. Jorge Cuartas, assistant professor of applied psychology at New York University and senior consultant on violence against children at the World Bank.

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How Good Are Parents at Recognizing Grooming? (Season 6 Episode 7)

How Good Are Parents at Recognizing Grooming? (Season 6 Episode 7)

Would you recognize grooming if you saw it? We all think we know what it means, but that doesn’t mean we’re any good at spotting it—even if we’re parents determined to protect our kids.

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What Is Weathering? (Season 6 Episode 8)

What Is Weathering? (Season 6 Episode 8)

Dr. Arline Geronimus talks about weathering, how health and aging have more to do with systemic oppression—how society treats us—than how well we take care of ourselves.

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How Good Are We at Keeping Kids Safe? (Season 6 Episode 9)

How Good Are We at Keeping Kids Safe? (Season 6 Episode 9)

When it comes to child sexual abuse and exploitation, a new study of 28 states shows we’re not doing very well. So what can we do about it?

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Which Kids Do We Believe? (Season 6 Episode 10)

Which Kids Do We Believe? (Season 6 Episode 10)

White kids are much more likely than children of color to be believed when they disclose sexual abuse. So what can we do to help all kids get justice?

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The Real Red Flags of Grooming. Season 5 Episode 4

The Real Red Flags of Grooming. Season 5 Episode 4

New research on grooming behaviors can tell us what high-risk behaviors we ought to look for when an adult interacts with children

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Growing Up Online: Addressing Child Sextortion

Growing Up Online: Addressing Child Sextortion

Online exploitation of children is sadly not a new phenomenon or topic, but what is new is the dramatic growth of sextortion cases—and children need our help to stay safe.

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Why Do Kids Blame Themselves After Abuse?

Why Do Kids Blame Themselves After Abuse?

How do we help children who have been sexually abused believe that abuse is never, ever their fault?

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Fighting Back: What Jurors Don’t Know About Abuse

Fighting Back: What Jurors Don’t Know About Abuse

What do potential jurors believe about children and resisting sexual abuse, and how does that influence the outcome at trial?

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Are We Remembering the Boys?

Are We Remembering the Boys?

Discussion around what do we know about how boys experience sexual exploitation and how to ensure that every victim of every gender gets the help they need to heal.

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How Inequality Fuels Child Abuse

How Inequality Fuels Child Abuse

What is the relationship between poverty and child abuse and neglect, and what needs to change for us to truly stand alongside families and be genuinely helpful?

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Understanding Kids with Problematic Sexual Behaviors

Understanding Kids with Problematic Sexual Behaviors

For kids who engage in problematic sexual behaviors, why do they act out? How treatable are they? And how can we help them get healthy and thrive? Geoff Sidoli joins us to discuss how we can help kids.

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Giving Kids Their Futures Back During the Holidays and All The Rest of the Year

Giving Kids Their Futures Back During the Holidays and All The Rest of the Year

Discussion about children who have experienced abuse and how they handle the holidays.

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America’s Inconsistent Response to Child Sexual Abuse

America’s Inconsistent Response to Child Sexual Abuse

How does the U.S., and 12 states in particular, stack up against other countries on child sexual abuse prevention and intervention?

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In Bad Faith: When Clergy Abuse

In Bad Faith: When Clergy Abuse

Podcast for survivors who were sexually abused as a child by a member of the clergy and what affect does that have on their faith in God and their sense of resilience?

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Why Aren’t More Child Sexual Abuse Cases Prosecuted?

Why Aren’t More Child Sexual Abuse Cases Prosecuted?

Dr. Stephanie Block from UMass Lowell joins us to discuss her recent research into why more child sexual abuse cases aren’t prosecuted.

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Best of the Best: Faith, Trauma, and the Problem of Evil.

Best of the Best: Faith, Trauma, and the Problem of Evil.

How should we handle it when abused children have spiritual questions?

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We Were Once a Family by Roxanna Asgarian

We Were Once a Family by Roxanna Asgarian

We Were Once a Family by Roxanna Asgarian A family's murder-suicide and a foster care system in crisis. This book investigates the case of a couple who drove off a cliff with their six adopted children in the family's S.U.V.

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The Unique Vulnerability of Youth Athletes

The Unique Vulnerability of Youth Athletes

Courtney Kiehl, a former elite gymnast and now an attorney who advocates for survivors of child sexual abuse, joins us to discuss what makes youth athletes vulnerable, and how we can help.

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Collateral Damage: Kids and the Internet Privacy Wars

Collateral Damage: Kids and the Internet Privacy Wars

Justin Fitzsimmons, associate vice president at the National White Collar Crime Center, joins us to raise the alarm about the way in which technology companies, social media outlets, and online privacy advocates are now purposely pitting adult privacy rights against the protection and safety of children.

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Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline

Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline

Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline This is a story about two unlikely friends—one, a 91-year-old survivor of the grinding poverty of rural Ireland, immigrant New York and the hardscrabble Midwest; and the other, a casualty of a string of foster homes—each struggling to transcend a past of isolation and hardship.

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Why Does He Do That? Inside the Minds of Angry and Controlling Men by Lundy Bancroft

Why Does He Do That? Inside the Minds of Angry and Controlling Men by Lundy Bancroft

Why Does He Do That? Inside the Minds of Angry and Controlling Men by Lundy Bancroft This book breaks down the motivations and logic behind abusive behavior so victims know how to defend themselves.

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The Fear of False Allegations

The Fear of False Allegations

The story of Tayler Jones-Cieminski along with researchers explore to find out what would make a jury hear clear disclosure and great victim testimony along with corroborating evidence - and then acquits.

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Juvenile Delinquency in a Diverse Society by Kristin A. Bates and Richelle S. Swan

Juvenile Delinquency in a Diverse Society by Kristin A. Bates and Richelle S. Swan

Juvenile Delinquency in a Diverse Society by Kristin A. Bates and Richelle S. Swan This book presents a fresh, critical examination of juvenile delinquency in the context of real communities and social policies— addressing many social factors that shape juvenile delinquency and its control, including race, ethnicity, class, gender, and sexuality.

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Exploring a Memoir of Stolen Boyhood

Exploring a Memoir of Stolen Boyhood

Today’s episode is a conversation with author and survivor Stephen Mills about his recently published memoir, Chosen. For those who haven’t yet read his book, which we highly recommend, it recounts Mills’ abuse at the hands of a camp counselor over several years, and his long journey towards healing.

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To The End of June: The Intimate Life of American Foster Care by Cris Beam

To The End of June: The Intimate Life of American Foster Care by Cris Beam

To The End of June: The Intimate Life of American Foster Care by Cris Beam This book closely follows a group of teenagers in New York who are grappling with what aging out will mean for them and meets a woman who has parented eleven kids from the system, almost all over the age of eighteen, and all still in desperate need of a sense of home and belonging.

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Far From the Tree by Robin Benway

Far From the Tree by Robin Benway

Far From the Tree by Robin Benway This heartwarming story follows three biological siblings who were separated at birth and their journey to find each other. It explores the meaning of family and the bonds that tie us together.

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Reframing Childhood Adversity

Reframing Childhood Adversity

What if the way we message about the problems of child abuse and childhood adversity makes it harder to solve them?

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Does America Believe Female Sexual Abusers Exist?

Does America Believe Female Sexual Abusers Exist?

Mis-perceptions abound about female-perpetrated child sexual abuse—and that harms victims.

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Burning Down the House: The End of Juvenile Prison by Nell Bernstein

Burning Down the House: The End of Juvenile Prison by Nell Bernstein

Burning Down the House: The End of Juvenile Prison by Nell Bernstein This book sparked a national conversation about our inhumane and ineffectual juvenile prisons, and ultimately makes the radical argument that the only path to justice is for state-run detention centers to be abolished completely.

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The Surprising Prevalence of Sibling Sexual Abuse

The Surprising Prevalence of Sibling Sexual Abuse

When we think about problematic sexual behaviors in youth, we rarely think about sibling sexual abuse, but it's not uncommon. What can we do in these cases? And how can we address research gaps?

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Keep the Doors Open: Lessons Learned from a Year of Foster Parenting by Kristen Berry

Keep the Doors Open: Lessons Learned from a Year of Foster Parenting by Kristen Berry

Keep the Doors Open: Lessons Learned from a Year of Foster Parenting by Kristen Berry Book list for adults, various topics

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The True Cost of Olympic Gold

The True Cost of Olympic Gold

Team doctor Larry Nassar abused hundreds of girls and young women, leaving Marci Hamilton at CHILD USA determined to examine how the toxic culture of sports allowed this to happen—and what we must do to protect young athletes at all levels of sports in the U.S.

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Creating Moments of HOPE Building Block Game

Creating Moments of HOPE Building Block Game

This game provides four dice, one for each Building Block of HOPE – relationships, engagement, environment, and emotional growth.

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HOPE Family Activity Book (for download)

HOPE Family Activity Book (for download)

This activity book offers an opportunity for families to enjoy a Positive Childhood Experience together

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Utilizing HOPE and Strengthening Families within Systems

Utilizing HOPE and Strengthening Families within Systems

Five basic concepts of HOPE and Strengthening Families are fairly straightforward.

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Promoting Resilience for Systems-Impacted Families

Promoting Resilience for Systems-Impacted Families

Four Building Blocks of HOPE and Strengthening Families’ five Protective Factors create opportunities for families to break inter-generational cycles of systems-involvement and increase the likelihood that children, youth, and families will thrive.

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How We Work to Help You and Your Family Thrive

How We Work to Help You and Your Family Thrive

This resource shares how families can benefit from the HOPE (Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences) framework which covers the Four Building Blocks of HOPE and the Strengthening Families framework which focuses on five protective factors.

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The Four Building Blocks of HOPE – for caregivers who have been incarcerated

The Four Building Blocks of HOPE – for caregivers who have been incarcerated

From fostering relationships to creating nurturing environments, each building block is crafted to empower caregivers with the tools they need to foster hope and resilience.

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Resource for Caregivers Who Have Been Incarcerated

Resource for Caregivers Who Have Been Incarcerated

From fostering relationships to creating nurturing environments, each Building Block is crafted to empower caregivers with the tools they need to promote positive childhood experiences (PCEs) and build resilience.

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10 Formas para que las Familias Fomenten Experiencias Positivas para los Ninos

10 Formas para que las Familias Fomenten Experiencias Positivas para los Ninos

Utilizando HOPE (Resultados Saludables de Experiencias Positivas) como guía, a continuación, le presentamos 10 sugerencias, para fomentar en estos momentos, Experiencias Positivas para los Niños. (10 ways to promote positive childhood experiences (PCEs))

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10 Ways for Providers to Promote Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs)

10 Ways for Providers to Promote Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs)

Many of us are concerned about increased stress for our children and families. Here are 10 suggestions to promote Positive Childhood Experiences

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The 4 Building Blocks of HOPE for Medical Providers

The 4 Building Blocks of HOPE for Medical Providers

This resource is designed to help medical providers increase access to the Building Blocks for the children they serve

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Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences

Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences

This resource is designed to help families increase access to the Building Blocks for the children they serve.

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Los 4 Pilares Fundamentales de HOPE (The 4 Building Blocks of HOPE)

Los 4 Pilares Fundamentales de HOPE (The 4 Building Blocks of HOPE)

Este recurso esta disenado para ayudar a las familias a aumentar el acceso a los Pilares Fundamentales para sus hijos.

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The 4 Building Blocks of HOPE for Educators

The 4 Building Blocks of HOPE for Educators

This resource is designed to help educators increase access to the Building Blocks for the children they serve.

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Promoting PCEs During the Holiday Season

Promoting PCEs During the Holiday Season

For many of us, no matter what you celebrate, believe, or practice, the holiday season can offer big and small opportunities to create positive memories, even when the season can present times of stress and pressure. These memories of loving relationships, warm environments, engagement with family and tradition, and emotional growth can help build lifelong resilience.

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LGBTQ2IA+ Children and Youth Need Positive Childhood Experiences

LGBTQ2IA+ Children and Youth Need Positive Childhood Experiences

This resource provides 10 ways to promote PCEs for transgender (trans) and non-binary youth.

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Los cuatro pilares de la Esperanza (The Four Building Blocks of HOPE)

Los cuatro pilares de la Esperanza (The Four Building Blocks of HOPE)

Como se practican los cuatro pilares de la Esperanza. (This resource is a tool to help assess how the Four Building Blocks of HOPE are being practiced by a parent, child, or youth, this version is in Spanish.)

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The Four Building Blocks of HOPE

The Four Building Blocks of HOPE

Research shows that positive childhood experiences (PCEs) help children grow into healthy, resilient adults. The HOPE framework centers around the Four Building Blocks of HOPE, key types of PCEs that all children need to thrive.

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The Four Building Blocks of HOPE (Age 0-5)

The Four Building Blocks of HOPE (Age 0-5)

The Four Building Blocks of Hope are composed of key Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs)—and the sources of those experiences and opportunities—that help children grow into healthy, resilient adults. (Age 0-5) - in English and Spanish

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Four Ways Providers Can Assess Positive Childhood Experiences

Four Ways Providers Can Assess Positive Childhood Experiences

This handout shares four research-informed methods to access PCEs

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HOPE (Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences) – List of Training Options

HOPE (Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences) – List of Training Options

Videos presenting delivery of safety assessments completed by a child welfare professional.

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Creating Positive Experiences for Teens

Creating Positive Experiences for Teens

Raising teenagers can be both incredibly difficult and incredibly rewarding.

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Creating Positive Experiences for School-Age Children

Creating Positive Experiences for School-Age Children

The first day of kindergarten begins a new stage in life. School-age children are curious and eager to learn, gain new skills and make new friends.

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Creating Positive Experiences for Toddlers & Preschool-Age Children

Creating Positive Experiences for Toddlers & Preschool-Age Children

Remember when your baby was born and looked at you with those loving eyes? The joy of that first smile? That love is still there in the toddler who is now running around the house, getting into everything.

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Creating Positive Experiences for Your Infant

Creating Positive Experiences for Your Infant

The first year of life is filled with major growth and development.

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According to previous research, around 61.5% of adults and 48% of children have been exposed to adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). ACEs can negatively impact adult and child health.

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Advocating positive childhood experiences on a local level.

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Bullying Prevention Promotes Positive Childhood Experiences

Bullying Prevention Promotes Positive Childhood Experiences

Bullying affects both the person who is experiencing the bullying and those who are engaging in bullying behavior.

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10 Ways to Prevent Child Abuse with HOPE (Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences)

10 Ways to Prevent Child Abuse with HOPE (Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences)

Most families will do almost anything to provide a safe and nurturing world for their children. Sometimes, however, circumstances get in the way and due to family stress or individual problems for the parents or caregivers, children end up experiencing abuse or neglect.

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The Missing Epidemic: HOPE and child abuse prevention

The Missing Epidemic: HOPE and child abuse prevention

During the pandemic, we have learned a lot about how to prevent child abuse. Data from the pandemic show a story of hope for children and families. Let’s put this new knowledge into action.

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How Did the Pandemic Affect Child Abuse?

How Did the Pandemic Affect Child Abuse?

As millions lost their jobs in 2020, experts feared for the worst. This week on RHJ – two medical experts who specialize in studying and uncovering child abuse discuss the contradicting evidence of how the pandemic affected rates of child maltreatment.

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Tattoos on the Heart: The Power of Boundless Compassion by Gregory Boyle

Tattoos on the Heart: The Power of Boundless Compassion by Gregory Boyle

Tattoos on the Heart: The Power of Boundless Compassion by Gregory Boyle In the author's debut book, he distills his experience working with gang members into a breathtaking series of parables inspired by faith.

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Hope’s Boy by Andrew Bridge

Hope’s Boy by Andrew Bridge

Hope’s Boy by Andrew Bridge This the author's memoir of childhood in foster care; He was just 6 years old when he saw his mother slit her wrists. She survived, but he spent the next decade in abusive foster homes. Now a lawyer and advocate for kids in the foster system, he documents his childhood experience in Hope's Boy.

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Growing Up in the Care of Strangers by Waln Brown and John Seita

Growing Up in the Care of Strangers by Waln Brown and John Seita

Growing Up in the Care of Strangers by Waln Brown and John Seita This book explores the foster care experience from the perspective of former foster children

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The Deepest Well: Healing the Long-Term Effects of Childhood Adversity by Nadine Burke Harris

The Deepest Well: Healing the Long-Term Effects of Childhood Adversity by Nadine Burke Harris

The Deepest Well: Healing the Long-Term Effects of Childhood Adversity by Nadine Burke Harris This book focuses on the impact that adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) can have on a person's growth and development, physical health, and long-term well-being.

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Before and After: Incredible Real Life Stories of Orphans Who Survived the Tennessee Children’s Home Society by Judy Christie and Lisa Wingate

Before and After: Incredible Real Life Stories of Orphans Who Survived the Tennessee Children’s Home Society by Judy Christie and Lisa Wingate

Before and After: Incredible Real Life Stories of Orphans Who Survived the Tennessee Children’s Home Society by Judy Christie and Lisa Wingate Moving and sometimes shocking accounts of the ways in which adoptees were separated from their first families. Often raised as only children, many have joyfully reunited with siblings in the final decades of their lives.

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Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates

Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates

Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates A letter to Ta-Nehisi Coates' son expresses the struggles of racial inequality and the consequences of living in a Black body in America. Coates confronts the history of slavery and racism during the periods of his letter to a younger generation.

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Relatives Raising Children: An Overview of Kinship Care by Joseph Crumbley

Relatives Raising Children: An Overview of Kinship Care by Joseph Crumbley

Relatives Raising Children: An Overview of Kinship Care by Joseph Crumbley Kinship Care enhances children's sense of identity and self-esteem, continues the connections children have to their siblings, and strengthens the family's ability to give children the support they need.

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Child Abuse. What You Need to Know by Evin Daly

Child Abuse. What You Need to Know by Evin Daly

Child Abuse. What You Need to Know by Evin Daly What You Need to Know is the definitive guide to understanding every facet of child abuse—physical, emotional, and sexual; and neglect. Provides an in-depth look at each type of abuse, including descriptions of often-unrecognized signs, illustrations that clarify complex concepts, and a comprehensive glossary of terms.

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Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City by Matthew Desmond

Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City by Matthew Desmond

Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City by Matthew Desmond This book is centered around the families' interactions with their two landlords: Sherrena and Tobin. Through following the lives of these families and individuals, Desmond illustrates the psychological, legal, and discriminatory aspects of eviction and how it is intertwined with poverty.

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White Fragility: Why It’s so Hard for While People to talk about Racism by Robin DiAngelo

White Fragility: Why It’s so Hard for While People to talk about Racism by Robin DiAngelo

White Fragility: Why It’s so Hard for While People to talk about Racism by Robin DiAngelo This book illuminates the phenomenon of white fragility and “allows us to understand racism as a practice not restricted to ‘bad people’ (Claudia Rankine). Referring to the defensive moves that white people make when challenged racially, white fragility is characterized by emotions such as anger, fear, and guilt, and by behaviors including argumentation and silence.

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Doing the Best I Can: Fatherhood in the Inner City by Kathryn Edin

Doing the Best I Can: Fatherhood in the Inner City by Kathryn Edin

Doing the Best I Can: Fatherhood in the Inner City by Kathryn Edin A strikingly rich, paradigm-shifting look at fatherhood among inner-city men often dismissed as 'deadbeat dads'.

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The Spirit Catches You and You Fall Down by Anne Fadiman

The Spirit Catches You and You Fall Down by Anne Fadiman

The Spirit Catches You and You Fall Down by Anne Fadiman A Hmong child born to refugees living in the US, diagnosed with severe epilepsy, a condition known as qaug dab peg in Hmong culture. In Western medicine, Lia's condition is viewed as a neurological disorder that can be managed with a rigorous medication plan.

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A Child’s Journey Through Placement by Vera Fahlberg

A Child’s Journey Through Placement by Vera Fahlberg

A Child’s Journey Through Placement by Vera Fahlberg Children who are cared for in an out of home placement are in need of support and stability. This classic text offers information and advice for professionals and carers on how to help these children, who will often have attachment difficulties.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Finding Fish by Antwone Fisher

Finding Fish by Antwone Fisher

Finding Fish by Antwone Fisher A poignant and unflinchingly honest memoir that delves into the turbulent journey of a boy abandoned at birth, who battles through the harrowing trials of abusive foster care and the struggles of inner-city life

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Not By My Wings Alone: A Memoir – From Harlem to Howard University by Carolyn Henry

Not By My Wings Alone: A Memoir – From Harlem to Howard University by Carolyn Henry

Not By My Wings Alone: A Memoir – From Harlem to Howard University, A Journey of Courage, Resilience, and Hope by Carolyn Henry During her childhood, Carolyn had been exposed to a dead man lying in the street, stumbled over her mother’s body passed out from drinking, was shipped off to several foster homes, and survived molestation. She was forced to eat alone in a basement, given so little food that she had to steal from her classmate’s lunchbox, was coerced into washing and ironing clothes for hours, and pulled weeds in the sweltering summer sun without water to drink. But even during this dark time of uncertainty, Carolyn never gave up hope. When she was moved to her third foster home, an eighth-grade teacher challenged her to strive to make the honor roll. She was inspired and determined not to let him—or herself—down.

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Emerging Ideas and Connections for Child Sexual Abuse Prevention – Part 2

Emerging Ideas and Connections for Child Sexual Abuse Prevention – Part 2

Discussion on recent developments in child sexual abuse prevention

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Complementing Current Prevention Efforts: Preventing Child Sexual Abuse in Youth-Serving Organizations – Part 3

Complementing Current Prevention Efforts: Preventing Child Sexual Abuse in Youth-Serving Organizations – Part 3

Complementing Current Prevention Efforts" discusses ways to promote child safety beyond and in addition to discreet rules & checklists.

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Tips for Implementation: Preventing Child Sexual Abuse in Youth-Serving Organizations – Part 4

Tips for Implementation: Preventing Child Sexual Abuse in Youth-Serving Organizations – Part 4

Drs. Elizabeth Letourneau and Keith Kaufman discuss Preventing and Addressing Child Sexual Abuse in Youth Serving Organizations: A Desk Guide for Organizational Leaders, a guide they and others co-authored to support and advance youth safety in youth serving organizations through establishing an overarching framework of goals for safety.

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Introducing a New Desk Guide: Preventing Child Sexual Abuse in Youth-Serving Organizations – Part 1

Introducing a New Desk Guide: Preventing Child Sexual Abuse in Youth-Serving Organizations – Part 1

Preventing and addressing child sexual abuse in youth serving organizations: A Desk Guilde for Organizational Leaders - Part 1

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An Overarching Framework for Prevention: Preventing Child Sexual Abuse in Youth-Serving Organizations

An Overarching Framework for Prevention: Preventing Child Sexual Abuse in Youth-Serving Organizations

Youth serving organizations do a lot to ensure the safety and well-being of youth, and there are ways to promote child safety beyond and in addition to discreet rules and checklists.

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Preventing and Addressing Child Sexual Abuse in Youth Serving Organizations: A Desk Guide for Organizational Leaders

Preventing and Addressing Child Sexual Abuse in Youth Serving Organizations: A Desk Guide for Organizational Leaders

A Desk Guide for Organizational Leaders

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Enough Abuse: All Adults Can Prevent Child Sexual Abuse.

Enough Abuse: All Adults Can Prevent Child Sexual Abuse.

Training and education from the Enough Abuse Campaign that help lay the foundation necessary to creating protective school environments for youth

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Preventing Child Sexual Abuse: Past, Present, Future

Preventing Child Sexual Abuse: Past, Present, Future

Emerging research in preventing child sexual abuse shows the lasting effectiveness of programs, and prevention practitioners explore new ways to prevent violence during the COVID-19 global pandemic and stay-at-home public health orders.

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Child Sexual Abuse is Preventable

Child Sexual Abuse is Preventable

The solution is also clear: we must invest in strategies to prevent child sexual abuse.

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Mobilizing and Organizing Communities to End Child Sexual Abuse

Mobilizing and Organizing Communities to End Child Sexual Abuse

Lessons Learned from the Just Beginnings Collaborative

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Changing the Culture of Schools, Churches, and Communities to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse: Lessons Learned from the Just Beginnings Collaborative

Changing the Culture of Schools, Churches, and Communities to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse: Lessons Learned from the Just Beginnings Collaborative

This web conference is the first of three web conferences highlighting the impactful work of the Just Beginnings Collaborative network.

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#PowerInPrevention Ending Child Sexual Abuse: Building Resilience and Preventing Child Sexual Abuse

#PowerInPrevention Ending Child Sexual Abuse: Building Resilience and Preventing Child Sexual Abuse

Discussion on Building Resilience and Preventing Child Sexual Abuse

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#PowerInPrevention Ending Child Sexual Abuse: Updates on Child Sexual Abuse Prevention with Elementary School Ages

#PowerInPrevention Ending Child Sexual Abuse: Updates on Child Sexual Abuse Prevention with Elementary School Ages

Updates on Child Sexual Abuse Prevention with Elementary School Ages

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#PowerInPrevention Ending Child Sexual Abuse: Survivor Leadership: It’s Relevance to Child Sexual Abuse Prevention

#PowerInPrevention Ending Child Sexual Abuse: Survivor Leadership: It’s Relevance to Child Sexual Abuse Prevention

Survivor Leadership: It’s Relevance to Child Sexual Abuse Prevention

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#PowerInPrevention Ending Child Sexual Abuse: Prevention through Understanding and Addressing Sexual Behavior of Children

#PowerInPrevention Ending Child Sexual Abuse: Prevention through Understanding and Addressing Sexual Behavior of Children

Video discussion on Prevention through Understanding and Addressing Sexual Behavior of Children

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#Power In Prevention Ending Child Sexual Abuse: A Practical View of the Role that Youth Serving Organizations Can Play

#Power In Prevention Ending Child Sexual Abuse: A Practical View of the Role that Youth Serving Organizations Can Play

A Practical View of the Role that Youth Serving Organizations Can Play in Preventing Child Sexual Abuse

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The Sexual Abuse to Prison Pipeline

The Sexual Abuse to Prison Pipeline

Webinar focusing on sexual abuse and the prison pipeline

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Technology Strategies for Ending Child Sexual Exploitation

Technology Strategies for Ending Child Sexual Exploitation

This web conference focuses on how to use technology to reach people we don’t usually see as part of prevention– those accessing child pornography/child sexual abuse images and strategies to persuade them to stop and seek help.

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What is Treatment Foster Care?

What is Treatment Foster Care?

In Treatment Foster Care, the positive aspects of the nurturing and therapeutic family environment are combined with active and structured treatment.

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Child Domestic Work

Child Domestic Work

Definition of child domestic servitude and how freedomfund.org is working to end it.

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What is the Commercial Sexual Exploitation (CSEC) of children?

What is the Commercial Sexual Exploitation (CSEC) of children?

Commercial sexual exploitation of children (CSEC) takes place when a minor performs sexual acts in exchange for payment or anything of value (e.g. food, shelter, drugs, money) to the child or a third party.

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What Is Human Trafficking?

What Is Human Trafficking?

Discussion on trafficking includes sexual exploitation, forced and bonded labor, domestic servitude, any form of slavery and removal of organs.

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About Child Sexual Abuse

About Child Sexual Abuse

Definition, Facts, Outcomes and Protection of Child Sexual Abuse

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The Importance of Knowing Child Sexual Abuse Symptoms in the Elementary

The Importance of Knowing Child Sexual Abuse Symptoms in the Elementary

This paper is a survey of the literature on symptoms of child sexual abuse or molest, examining consensus and disparity among the sources

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Sexual Abuse in Children – What to Know

Sexual Abuse in Children – What to Know

Signs and symptoms if you suspect child sexual abuse

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Child Sexual Abuse Prevention

Child Sexual Abuse Prevention

Definition, examples and key facts about Child Sexual Abuse

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Strengthening Protective Factors in Your Community

Strengthening Protective Factors in Your Community

We all want the best for our children. One way to ensure that all children have the opportunity to grow up feeling safe and loved is to make an effort to learn about and promote the protective factors in your family and in your community.

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Child Neglect Prevention

Child Neglect Prevention

Child neglect is the most common form of maltreatment. Although pervasive and sometimes life threatening, it is often difficult to identify. There are different types of neglect

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Treatment of Complex Trauma in Young Children

Treatment of Complex Trauma in Young Children

Developmental and Cultural Considerations in Application of the ARC Intervention Model

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When Age Doesn’t Match Stage: Challenges and Considerations in Services for Transition-Age Youth with Histories of Developmental Trauma

When Age Doesn’t Match Stage: Challenges and Considerations in Services for Transition-Age Youth with Histories of Developmental Trauma

This article examines the difficulties that transition-age youth with complex mental histories are poised to face without the life skills, long-term services, and supportive networks needed to function successfully in adulthood.

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Bringing Attention to Childhood Emotional Abuse in Psychotherapy with Adults

Bringing Attention to Childhood Emotional Abuse in Psychotherapy with Adults

Article discussing adults with histories of childhood physical and sexual abuse and therapeutic treatment

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Health Workers Can Play Key Role in Helping Trafficking Victims

Health Workers Can Play Key Role in Helping Trafficking Victims

Healthcare professionals need to be trained to identify persons who are being trafficked or at risk for trafficking so they can connect them to appropriate resources

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10 Facts About Child Trafficking

10 Facts About Child Trafficking

It's estimated that over 3 million children are being victimized in sex trafficking and labor trafficking. Stories from survivors, and facts

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Every Child Should Be Safe, Protected, and Free From Trafficking

Every Child Should Be Safe, Protected, and Free From Trafficking

Video stories from survivors of sex trafficking

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Stories from Survivors of Sex Trafficking and Labor Trafficking

Stories from Survivors of Sex Trafficking and Labor Trafficking

Video: Ten Facts about Child Trafficking, an article describing 10 facts about child trafficking and statistics

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Going Upriver: Trafficking Prevention

Going Upriver: Trafficking Prevention

This video describes human trafficking. This site also has additional human trafficking related videos.

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Love Listens: Parents Can Help Prevent Child Trafficking

Love Listens: Parents Can Help Prevent Child Trafficking

Parents Can Help Prevent Child Trafficking and Other Child Trafficking Informational Videos

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Tips & Resources for Keeping Youth Safe

Tips & Resources for Keeping Youth Safe

Human Trafficking risk factors, protective factors, tips for caregivers and reporting

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Ending Child Trafficking Web Series: Session 2

Ending Child Trafficking Web Series: Session 2

Recognizing red flags and helping youth find a safe adult. (Name and Zip Code required to watch)

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Welcome to The Internet: Safety Rules

Welcome to The Internet: Safety Rules

Knowing some warning signs, safety rules of thumb, and what to do if you do feel uncomfortable on the internet, you can help protect yourself and your friends.

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Keep Your Teen Safe (Child Trafficking PSA)

Keep Your Teen Safe (Child Trafficking PSA)

Video resource providing information on human trafficking

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Child Sexual Abuse Material

Child Sexual Abuse Material

Information and statistics on child pornography, sexual abuse exploitation, and the impact on child victims

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Child Sex Trafficking

Child Sex Trafficking

Child Sex Trafficking definition, examples, risk factors, information and impacts on children.

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Sextortion

Sextortion

Sextortion is a form of child sexual exploitation where children are threatened or blackmailed, most often with the possibility of sharing with the public a nude or sexual images of them, by a person who demands additional sexual content, sexual activity or money from the child.

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Creating a Safe Environment in Youth Sports

Creating a Safe Environment in Youth Sports

30 minute training modules for parents and coaches - interactive course, parent education module and discussion guides.

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Preventing Abduction

Preventing Abduction

A Child safety program that educates families on preventing abductions and empowers kids in grades K-5 to practice safer behaviors

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Childhood Neglect Prevention

Childhood Neglect Prevention

Types of Childhood Neglect, examples and key facts

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Child Physical Abuse Prevention

Child Physical Abuse Prevention

Definition, examples and key facts about child physical abuse and prevention

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Child Sexual Abuse and Prevention

Child Sexual Abuse and Prevention

Definition, examples and key facts about child sexual abuse and prevention

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Strengthening Protective Factors in Your Community

Strengthening Protective Factors in Your Community

One way to ensure that all children have the opportunity to grow up feeling safe and loved is to make an effort to learn about and promote the protective factors in your family and in your community.

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Environmental Factors and the Intergenerational Transmission of Child Maltreatment

Environmental Factors and the Intergenerational Transmission of Child Maltreatment

In this research review, Dr. Bart Klika, our Chief Research and Strategy Officer, focuses on a group of studies looking at issues related to the intergenerational patterns of child abuse and neglect and factors that may interrupt this cycle.

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New Research Into Abusive Head Trauma

New Research Into Abusive Head Trauma

This new research looks at some recent studies that show contradictory results, and examines reasons behind these differences regarding abusive head trauma.

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Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Prevention

Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Prevention

From Preventchildabuse.org, ACEs are a collection of potentially traumatic events, such as violence, abuse, or neglect, that occur in childhood (0-17).

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Benefits for Victims of Human Trafficking

Benefits for Victims of Human Trafficking

Fact sheet: Benefits for Victims of Human Trafficking

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You’re Always Supporting Your Kids to Be the BEST version of themselves. But who is supporting YOU?

You’re Always Supporting Your Kids to Be the BEST version of themselves. But who is supporting YOU?

A Fine Parent.org. Resource and support for parents. Offers parenting guidance and includes free trainings. Requires registration.

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Improving the Well-Being of Young Parents

Improving the Well-Being of Young Parents

Two recent reports fund­ed by the Annie E. Casey Foun­da­tion explore chal­lenges faced by young par­ents, par­tic­u­lar­ly moth­ers of col­or. The pub­li­ca­tions also share rec­om­men­da­tions for how pub­lic sys­tems and pol­i­cy mak­ers can enhance edu­ca­tion­al, finan­cial and health out­comes for these par­ents and their children.

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Foster Care

Foster Care

Foster care is a temporary living situation for children whose parents cannot take care of them.

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Toxic Stress: Why Abuse and Trauma Linger into Adulthood

Toxic Stress: Why Abuse and Trauma Linger into Adulthood

It's no surprise that early trauma can effect someone for years to come, but researchers in Massachusetts are starting to understanding what exactly is happening to the brain when a child lives through what's called "toxic stress."

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Because Kids Don’t Come With Instructions

Because Kids Don’t Come With Instructions

Parenting. Multiple resources related to parenting, activities for kids, and general information on raising children.

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Child Help Speak Up Be Safe.

Child Help Speak Up Be Safe.

Evidence-based Comprehensive Child Abuse Prevention Education Curriculum: to provide students of all ages, the skills to identify and approach a Safe Adult about unsafe situations.

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Child Help Hotline – I’m a Parent

Child Help Hotline – I’m a Parent

Parenting styles, discipline, and what to do if a parent suspects child abuse.

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Child Help Hotline – What is Abuse?

Child Help Hotline – What is Abuse?

Types Of Abuse, physical, emotional, sexual abuse, neglect.

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What is Considered Child Sexual Abuse?

What is Considered Child Sexual Abuse?

If you are not exactly sure what sexual abuse is, you’re not alone. All sexual touching between an adult and a child is sexual abuse. Sexual touching between children can also be sexual abuse.

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Tip Sheet: Four Rs of Child Abuse Prevention

Tip Sheet: Four Rs of Child Abuse Prevention

How to set up guidelines for prevention.

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Intergenerational Child Sexual Abuse

Intergenerational Child Sexual Abuse

Discussion about generational child abuse.

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Family Doesn’t Believe Abuse Happened

Family Doesn’t Believe Abuse Happened

How to help your child when others do not believe the abuse happened.

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Tip Sheet: Safety in Day Care and Education Settings

Tip Sheet: Safety in Day Care and Education Settings

Describes actions that can be taken to protect a child from sexual abuse while in daycare. Facts and background information included.

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Prevent Child Sexual Abuse

Prevent Child Sexual Abuse

Facts about sexual abuse and how to prevent it.

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Guide to Speaking Up to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse

Guide to Speaking Up to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse

Talking about sex is never easy. Talking about sexual abuse is even harder, especially when you care about the people involved. You may also be worried or concerned about a situation where an adult’s behavior with a child brings up concerns for you. Something you have seen or heard just does not feel right.

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Do Children Sexually Abuse Other Children?

Do Children Sexually Abuse Other Children?

As parents and caregivers, we want to do all we can to protect our children, while giving them the freedom they need to develop and become healthy adults. Sometimes, the world can feel full of risks, many of them obvious, and others more confusing. In order to strike the right balance between protection and independence for our children, we adults need the best possible information. This guide is for everyone involved in bringing up children. It explains that some children do sexually abuse other children, describes how we can recognize the warning signs, and outlines some action.

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Circles of Safety Virtual Classroom Series

Circles of Safety Virtual Classroom Series

"The training...puts a different perspective on sexual abuse … the proactive perspective as opposed to our usual reactive response when we get disclosures. Having the opportunity to be more proactive about something and having the education to go about doing that will certainly benefit our staff here.” - Foster care program director who participated in Circles of Safety

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Publication for Parents of Children and Teens with Problematic Sexual Behaviors

Publication for Parents of Children and Teens with Problematic Sexual Behaviors

Story about a mother's response to son's sexual abuse of her daughter

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Sexually Concerning Behaviors in Children and Youth

Sexually Concerning Behaviors in Children and Youth

PARENTtalk archives offer practical information and hopeful perspectives for any adult looking for support in responding to sexually concerning behaviors in children or youth. To break the isolation that caregivers so often face, PARENTtalk published personal stories from families who have generously shared their experiences as well as updates from some of the leading professionals in the field.

Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Articles
Keeping Kids Safe: Human Trafficking for Parents and Caregivers

Keeping Kids Safe: Human Trafficking for Parents and Caregivers

Keeping kids safe. Human Trafficking course for parents and caregivers.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Training
Videos/Webinars
What is Human Trafficking?

What is Human Trafficking?

According to Polaris, “Human trafficking is the business of stealing freedom for profit.” In some cases, traffickers trick, defraud or physically force victims into selling sex. In others, victims are lied to, assaulted, threatened or manipulated into working under inhumane, illegal or otherwise unacceptable conditions.”

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Human Trafficking
Articles
Videos/Webinars
Discussion Guides about Internet Safety for Parents and Children

Discussion Guides about Internet Safety for Parents and Children

Helpful dialog about online safety.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Internet Safety/Pornography
Articles
Kids, Puberty, and Tech

Kids, Puberty, and Tech

Kids, puberty, and the internet.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Internet Safety/Pornography
Protection and Prevention
Articles
How a CPS Case Moves from Removal to Permanency

How a CPS Case Moves from Removal to Permanency

How a CPS case moves from removal to permanency.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Articles
How CPS Family Based Safety Services Work

How CPS Family Based Safety Services Work

How CPS Family Based Safety Services Work

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Articles
How the CPS Alternative Response Process Works

How the CPS Alternative Response Process Works

How the CPS Alternative Response Report System Works

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Articles
How a Child Abuse Investigation is Performed

How a Child Abuse Investigation is Performed

How a child abuse investigation is performed.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Articles
Home Visiting Programs Build Strong Texas Families

Home Visiting Programs Build Strong Texas Families

Home visiting is a prevention strategy that brings trained staff (nurses, social workers, and/or child development specialists) to support expectant mothers and new families to promote positive parenting. Home visiting is a two-generational approach that reduces risk factors while simultaneously increasing protective factors that support caregivers and their children.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Protection and Prevention
Articles
The Texas Child Abuse Prevention Ecosystem

The Texas Child Abuse Prevention Ecosystem

Information about Texas Prevention Ecosystem. Families are often supported by Multiple Systems.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Protection and Prevention
Articles
CASA on the Go: Continuing Education Podcast for CASA Volunteers

CASA on the Go: Continuing Education Podcast for CASA Volunteers

Texas CASA is excited to launch CASA on the Go, a new continuing education podcast for CASA volunteers and staff. Through short, dynamic episodes, this podcast connects CASA advocates with subject matter experts discussing topical issues connected to child welfare. Search for and subscribe to CASA on the Go on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or Spotify.

Child Welfare Providers
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Protection and Prevention
Podcasts
Advocacy for Youth Affected by Sex Trafficking

Advocacy for Youth Affected by Sex Trafficking

Advocacy for Youth Affected by Sex Trafficking: A Guide for CASA Volunteers & Staff in Texas is a new resource and guidebook for CASA volunteers and staff on best advocacy practices for young people impacted by sex trafficking. The CASA network of caring community members appointed as volunteers, and the local programs who support them, are an essential part of advocacy for youth in foster care who are affected by child sex trafficking.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
CASA
Human Trafficking
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Articles
Texas CASA Anti-Trafficking Webinar

Texas CASA Anti-Trafficking Webinar

This webinar was presented by Rhonda Kuykendall to share the CASA Anti Child Trafficking plan, signs of trafficking, and steps to be good partners in the anti-trafficking community. She also discussed the ACT program and volunteer guide which are available on this page.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
CASA
Human Trafficking
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Videos/Webinars
Texas CASA – What We Do

Texas CASA – What We Do

Information about Texas CASA.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
CASA
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Articles
Reducing the Risk for SIDS – Continuing Education for Nurses

Reducing the Risk for SIDS – Continuing Education for Nurses

Some of your smallest patients, babies younger than 1 year of age, are at risk for SIDS and other sleep-related SUID. But there are ways to reduce the risk. The Safe to Sleep® Continuing Education (CE) for Nurses module is currently unavailable. Thank you for your patience as we revise and reaccredit the course.

Medical Professionals
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Protection and Prevention
Training
Videos of Safe Infant Sleep

Videos of Safe Infant Sleep

Videos about Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and safe infant sleep

Child Welfare Providers
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Videos/Webinars
Frequently Asked Questions about SIDS

Frequently Asked Questions about SIDS

Frequently asked Questions about Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Articles
Safe Sleep Environment for Baby

Safe Sleep Environment for Baby

A safe sleep area can help reduce baby’s risk for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and other sleep-related deaths, such as from accidental suffocation. What does a safe sleep environment look like?

Child Welfare Providers
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Articles
Ways to Reduce Baby’s Risk of SIDS

Ways to Reduce Baby’s Risk of SIDS

Parents, caregivers, healthcare providers, and others have made great progress in reducing sleep-related deaths in the United States. By placing babies on their backs to sleep for all sleep times, creating a safe sleep environment for baby, and following other evidence-based recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Task Force on Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), everyone who cares for baby can help reduce baby’s risk of SIDS and other sleep-related infant death, such as suffocation.

Child Welfare Providers
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Articles
SIDS Statistics

SIDS Statistics

The following data and statistics are from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). CDC is the federal agency responsible for collecting and tracking health data and statistics and is a Safe to Sleep® Collaborator.

Child Welfare Providers
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Articles
What Are the Known Risk Factors for SIDS?

What Are the Known Risk Factors for SIDS?

Risk Factors for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Articles
What are Other Sleep-Related Infant Deaths?

What are Other Sleep-Related Infant Deaths?

Other sleep-related infant deaths are deaths linked to how or where a baby sleeps or slept. They can include deaths from the following.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Articles
What is SIDS?

What is SIDS?

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is the term used to describe the sudden death of a baby younger than 1 year of age that doesn’t have a known cause, even after a full investigation.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Protection and Prevention
Articles
The Riverside Project Podcast

The Riverside Project Podcast

Podcast list from the Riverside Project

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Protection and Prevention
Podcasts
Resources – The Riverside Project

Resources – The Riverside Project

Information about child abuse and foster care.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Therapy and TBRI
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Articles
Harris County TBRI Collaborative

Harris County TBRI Collaborative

TBRI Caregiver Training in Harris County.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Therapy and TBRI
Training
RAINN – Sexual Assault Training

RAINN – Sexual Assault Training

Sexual misconduct is a sensitive, challenging issue that affects all organizations. Whether your organization is facing a current crisis or simply wants to strengthen its systems, RAINN Consulting Group is ready with solutions for every industry.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Articles
Phone Numbers
Training
RAINN – Grooming: Know the Warning Signs

RAINN – Grooming: Know the Warning Signs

One tool common to those who sexually abuse kids is grooming: manipulative behaviors that the abuser uses to gain access to a potential victim, coerce them to agree to the abuse, and reduce the risk of being caught. While these tactics are used most often against younger kids, teens and vulnerable adults are also at risk.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Protection and Prevention
Signs and Symptoms
Articles
Child Help Hotline – Teens are the Future

Child Help Hotline – Teens are the Future

Various topics for Teens on how to deal with difficult situations: Coping Skills, Grounding, Gaslighting, Toxic Stress, Mind Body Connection

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Adolescents
Child Safety and Protection
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Articles
RAINN If You Suspect a Child Is Being Harmed

RAINN If You Suspect a Child Is Being Harmed

If you are concerned that a child is a victim of abuse, you may not be sure what to do or how to respond. Child sexual abuse is a crime that often goes undetected. No matter what your role is—parent or other family member, coach, teacher, religious leader, babysitter—you have the power to make a positive difference in this child’s life.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Signs and Symptoms
Articles
RAINN Evaluating Caregivers

RAINN Evaluating Caregivers

It’s not always easy to trust another person to look after a loved one. Elder and child abuse is far too common, and choosing a caregiver can seem a little overwhelming. There are steps you can take to evaluate caregivers, such as babysitters or nursing homes, to reduce the risk of something happening to your loved one.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Articles
Parenting Classes and Parenting Help

Parenting Classes and Parenting Help

DePelchin’s 6-week parenting classes provide parents with helpful tips and strategies on dealing with common parenting challenges. The course covers a range of parenting topics. There is no cost to register.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Training
Positive Parenting Program and Systematic Training for Effective Parenting (STEP)

Positive Parenting Program and Systematic Training for Effective Parenting (STEP)

These parenting programs are designed to empower parents to feel more confident and capable in dealing with their children.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Training
Fatherhood Programs

Fatherhood Programs

Depelchin. Fatherhood Programs Online Courses for fathers, stepfathers, foster and adoptive fathers, and anyone else who takes on the role as "Dad".

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Training
Families First Training

Families First Training

Family Compass. Training to help divorced,separated parents and caregivers to understand the effects of their situation on their children

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Training
Four Types of Abuse

Four Types of Abuse

Family Compass. 4 Types of abuse: neglect, emotional, physical and sexual. Site includes information on Positive Parenting Tips for 0-5years, and multiple Resources for Parents

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Abuse Prevention Month
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Signs and Symptoms
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Articles
Community Education, Outreach Programs (Dallas and Collin Counties, Texas)

Community Education, Outreach Programs (Dallas and Collin Counties, Texas)

Community Education, Outreach Programs, Positive Parenting and Car Seat Safety

Child Welfare Providers
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Protection and Prevention
Articles
Violent Crimes Against Children

Violent Crimes Against Children

FBI site with information about crimes against children and online predators. Includes investigative information.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Reporting, Response and Treatment
Signs and Symptoms
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Articles
Safe Babies Program: Supporting Infants and Toddlers in the Child Welfare System

Safe Babies Program: Supporting Infants and Toddlers in the Child Welfare System

Safe Babies seeks to lessen the long-term impact of abuse and neglect, increase the likelihood of family reunification, and ensure that developmentally appropriate and trauma-informed policies guide the care and transitions of infants and toddlers in the child welfare system.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Articles
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
Training
Safe Babies: Supporting Infants and Toddlers in the Child Welfare System

Safe Babies: Supporting Infants and Toddlers in the Child Welfare System

Downloadable chart reflecting the process within the child welfare system

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Articles
Safe Babies Training Series

Safe Babies Training Series

Embark on a transformative learning experience with our Safe Babies Training Series, meticulously designed to empower child welfare professionals.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Protection and Prevention
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Activities
Training
RAINN How Can I Protect My Child from Sexual Assault

RAINN How Can I Protect My Child from Sexual Assault

Sexual abuse can happen any child. There is no foolproof way to protect children from sexual abuse, but there are steps you can take to reduce this risk. If something happens to your child, remember that the perpetrator is to blame—not you and especially not the child. Below you’ll find some precautions you can take to help protect the children in your life.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Articles
Awareness for Healthy Early Relationships for Parents and/or Caregivers

Awareness for Healthy Early Relationships for Parents and/or Caregivers

Information on healthy early relationships babies and toddlers experience with their parents/caregivers. Site includes links to activities in the Houston area.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Activities
Articles
RAINN Talking to Your Kids about Sexual Assault

RAINN Talking to Your Kids about Sexual Assault

It can be stressful to plan a big safety talk about sexual assault with your kid. The good news is, you don’t have to. Conversations about sexual assault can be a part of the safety conversations you’re already having, like knowing when to speak up, how to take care of friends, and listening to your gut. The key is to start these conversations when your kids are young, and have these conversations often.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Articles
Family First Prevention Services Act: Implementing the Provisions that Support Kinship Families

Family First Prevention Services Act: Implementing the Provisions that Support Kinship Families

Family First Prevention Act. Information to better support children, families, and kinship caregivers, and promote a kin-first culture. Includes Kinship Readiness checklist.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Articles
Flyers, Handouts, Pamphlets
Preventing Sex Trafficking Strengthening Families

Preventing Sex Trafficking Strengthening Families

Preventing Sex Trafficking & Strengthening Families Act. Key Provisions for Grandfamilies

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Adolescents
Best Practice Protocols
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Human Trafficking
Parenting Guidelines
Protection and Prevention
Signs and Symptoms
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Articles
RAINN Sexual Assault of Men and Boys

RAINN Sexual Assault of Men and Boys

Sexual assault can happen to anyone. Men and boys who have been sexually assaulted or abused may have many of the same feelings and reactions as other survivors of sexual assault, but they may also face some additional challenges because of social attitudes and stereotypes about men and masculinity.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Signs and Symptoms
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
Articles
National Family Caregiver Support Program

National Family Caregiver Support Program

Grand Families.org. National Family Caregiver Support Program. There are five categories of supportive services to grandparents and other relatives aged 55 and older who are raising children, in addition to family caregivers of older individuals.

Child Welfare Providers
Educators
Law Enforcement
Medical Professionals
Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents
Youth-Serving Organizations
Adolescents
Adolescents
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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RAINN Incest

RAINN Incest

If you’ve experienced sexual abuse by a family member you are not alone — and what happened to you is not your fault. While it may be difficult to talk about, you should know that this is an issue that impacts many people. The majority of juvenile victims know the perpetrator, and approximately 34 percent of perpetrators in cases of child sexual abuse are family members.1

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Guide To Neglect

Guide To Neglect

Learn how the absence of responsive relationships can negatively impact a young child’s development and well-being, underscoring the importance of safe, stable developmental environments.

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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RAINN Information on Child Sexual Abuse

RAINN Information on Child Sexual Abuse

When a perpetrator intentionally harms a minor physically, psychologically, sexually, or by acts of neglect, the crime is known as child abuse. This page focuses specifically on child sexual abuse and the warning signs that this crime may be occurring.

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RAINN Child and Teen Sexual Abuse Statistics

RAINN Child and Teen Sexual Abuse Statistics

Sexual violence is notoriously difficult to measure, and there is no single source of data that provides a complete picture of the crime. On RAINN’s website, we have tried to select the most reliable source of statistics for each topic. The primary data source we use is the National Crime Victimization Survey (NCVS), which is an annual study conducted by the Justice Department.

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Resource Guide for Male Survivors of Abuse, Sexual Assault, and Trauma

Resource Guide for Male Survivors of Abuse, Sexual Assault, and Trauma

Understanding and recognizing the problem are the first steps, followed by seeking the proper help to restore safety and happiness in life. This site offers help for male survivors.

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Rainn Sexual Assault Statistics

Rainn Sexual Assault Statistics

Sexual violence is notoriously difficult to measure, and there is no single source of data that provides a complete picture of the crime. On RAINN’s website, we have tried to select the most reliable source of statistics for each topic. The primary data source we use is the National Crime Victimization Survey (NCVS), which is an annual study conducted by the Justice Department.

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Human Trafficking Training

Human Trafficking Training

Human Trafficking Training

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You Can Help End Human Trafficking

You Can Help End Human Trafficking

Information and guidance to parents, caregivers, and other adults to help understand the reality of human trafficking, and, what they can do to safeguard youth and others in their communities.

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Suspect Child Abuse, Child Sex Trafficking, or Exploitation?

Suspect Child Abuse, Child Sex Trafficking, or Exploitation?

Phone Numbers and Email Addresses to Report Human Trafficking

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Infant and Toddler Health & Nutrition

Infant and Toddler Health & Nutrition

New parents and those who've had children for a while often have questions about infant and toddler health.

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Human Trafficking Red Flags – Do You Know the Signs

Human Trafficking Red Flags – Do You Know the Signs

Information about Human Trafficking

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Children’s Health & Nutrition

Children’s Health & Nutrition

Nutrition, fitness, sleep and checkups are key for children's health.

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The Courage to Grow: A Parent’s Guide to Encouraging Self-Confidence in Children

The Courage to Grow: A Parent’s Guide to Encouraging Self-Confidence in Children

In the contemporary landscape of parenting, navigating the complexities of child-rearing involves a delicate balance of challenges and opportunities. Central to a child’s developmental journey is the cultivation of self-confidence—a vital asset that shapes their social interactions, academic pursuits, and resilience in the face of adversity. This guide serves as a comprehensive blueprint for parents committed to nurturing a profound sense of self-assurance in their children, setting them on a path toward success and fulfillment.

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Tween and Teen Health & Nutrition

Tween and Teen Health & Nutrition

Mayo Clinic. Fitness and nutrition are crucial for tween and teen health. The healthy habits your child forms now can set the tone for a lifetime of good health.

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Katy Cares Parent Resources

Katy Cares Parent Resources

Parental Resources - local phone numbers

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Commercial Sexual Exploitation

Commercial Sexual Exploitation

National Center for Youth Law. Human Trafficking awareness, information about a failed system, Downloadable Toolkit with resources

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TBRI Podcast in Spanish

TBRI Podcast in Spanish

It is our hope that Spanish-speakers who are serving vulnerable children and communities across the globe can easily access TBRI information through the podcast. KPICD staff members Katie Rinaudo and Andrea Leon co-host Podcast TBRI en Espanol and will cover topics such as Trauma and the Brain, Attachment, and the TBRI Empowering, Connecting and Correcting Principles. Other episodes will feature TBRI Practitioners working in Spanish-speaking countries and communities.

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KPICD The TBRI Podcast

KPICD The TBRI Podcast

The TBRI® Podcast features conversations about Trust-Based Relational Intervention®, an attachment-based, trauma-informed intervention designed to meet the complex needs of vulnerable children.

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Reach Out For Help.

Reach Out For Help.

National Parent & Youth Helpline/Parents Anonymous. Site can translate into multiple languages

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Weighted Items Tools for Helping Children Learn to Regulate

Weighted Items Tools for Helping Children Learn to Regulate

Weighted items provide safe, calming, deep pressure for persons experiencing anxiety, distress, restlessness, and difficulties with attention and executive control. These items include blankets, vests, dolls, and other soft items that are filled with heavy beads or pellets to add extra weight to them. We have successfully used weighted blankets, weighted vests, weighted dolls, and weighted teddy bears in our work for over fifteen years, as a way to help children and teens learn to self-manage their emotions and behavior.

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16 Children & Youth Strategies for Resilience and Growth

16 Children & Youth Strategies for Resilience and Growth

National Parent & Youth Helpline/Parents Anonymous. 16 Children & Youth Nurturing Strategies. Site can translate into multiple languages

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KPICD TBRI Practitioner Training – What It Is and Dates of Training

KPICD TBRI Practitioner Training – What It Is and Dates of Training

TBRI® Practitioner Training is for professionals who want to learn about Trust-Based Relational Intervention® and use it within their professional capacity (e.g., therapists, caseworkers, foster and adoption care specialists, occupational therapists, medical professionals, counselors, CASA representatives, early childhood & development specialists). This core training experience is designed to prepare practitioners for working with children, families, and in systems of care impacted by trauma.

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Family Resources – Arizona Family Resource Center

Family Resources – Arizona Family Resource Center

Video from Arizona Family Resource Center discussing what they do and what services they offer.

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Tips for Parents of Infants (0-12 months)

Tips for Parents of Infants (0-12 months)

Detailed information for download. Crying & Fussing, Won't sleep through the night, etc.

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Tips for Parents of Young Toddlers (12-24 months)

Tips for Parents of Young Toddlers (12-24 months)

Detailed information for download. Danger, Temper Tantrums, Whining, Aggressiveness, etc.

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Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development Trust-Based Relational Intervention TBRI

Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development Trust-Based Relational Intervention TBRI

TBRI® is an attachment-based, trauma-informed intervention that is designed to meet the complex needs of vulnerable children. TBRI® uses Empowering Principles to address physical needs, Connecting Principles for attachment needs, and Correcting Principles to disarm fear-based behaviors. While the intervention is based on years of attachment, sensory processing, and neuroscience research, the heartbeat of TBRI® is connection.

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Tips for Parents of Older Toddlers (24-36 months)

Tips for Parents of Older Toddlers (24-36 months)

Detailed information for download. Tips related to Potty training, Won't go to bed, Nighttime wetting, etc.

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DePelchin Help Me Grow Program

DePelchin Help Me Grow Program

Help Me Grow is a community-wide call line that connects families with young children to resources in the community to enhance their child’s development to ensure they have the best possible start in life.

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Tips for Parents of Preschoolers (3-5 years)

Tips for Parents of Preschoolers (3-5 years)

Detailed information for download. Tips related to Potty Training, Fears, Exaggerating Truth, Curious about body parts, etc.

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Tips for Parents of School Age Children (5-9 Years)

Tips for Parents of School Age Children (5-9 Years)

Detailed information for download. Tips for Parents related to Fighting with Siblings, Aggressiveness, Bad grades, Connection, etc.

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Tips for Parents of Tweens/Teens (10-18 Years)

Tips for Parents of Tweens/Teens (10-18 Years)

Information on Sexting, Breaking Rules, Sexual Acts - Talk or Text, Running Away, etc.

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Working to End Violence Against Children in Spaces Where it Occurs

Working to End Violence Against Children in Spaces Where it Occurs

Working to end Violence against Children in spaces where it occurs by creating "No Hit Zones".

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How to Report Child Abuse and Neglect: National Child Abuse Hotline

How to Report Child Abuse and Neglect: National Child Abuse Hotline

Live Chat, Phone Number or Text. Resources and support material.

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Is It An Accident or Is It Abuse?

Is It An Accident or Is It Abuse?

Office of Justice Programs - How to tell if it is an Accident or Abuse of a Child

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Child Abuse Overview

Child Abuse Overview

Office of Justice Programs - Overview and Definition of Child Abuse, Reporting abuse, effects of child abuse

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Response: How to Report Child Abuse

Response: How to Report Child Abuse

Office of Justice Programs - Links to identify appropriate agency to contact in a specific state. Provides information and materials on how to report child abuse cases

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Child Victims and Witnesses Support

Child Victims and Witnesses Support

Witness support information for children and youth participating in the justice system as a victim or witness.

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National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline

National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline

National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline. 800-656-HOPE (4673).

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Love is Respect

Love is Respect

National Domestic Violence Hotline. 1-866-331-9474 or Text: LOVEIS to 22522

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National Helpline for Mental Health and Substance Abuse

National Helpline for Mental Health and Substance Abuse

"Substance abuse and mental health services national helpline. 1-800-662-HELP (4357)"

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Crisis Text Line

Crisis Text Line

Crisis helpline. Call, text or chat. Text HOME to 741741

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Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs

Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs

Housing assistance information resources

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WIC Texas

WIC Texas

WIC benefits begin at pregnancy and continue until a child turns 5. WIC foods provide important nutrients at key stages of development to help children grow healthy and strong.

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Texas Legal Services Center

Texas Legal Services Center

help income-eligible Texans access healthcare, safety, stability, housing, government benefits, and employment. All TLSC services are free.

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Texas Law Help

Texas Law Help

Legal help that is free and reliable for Texans

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Child Support in Texas

Child Support in Texas

Child Support Services & Programs, through the State of TX.

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Child Victims and Witnesses Support Materials for Ages 2-18

Child Victims and Witnesses Support Materials for Ages 2-18

Office of Justice Programs. Witness Support information for Parents & Caregivers to help children (2-18 years old) in the justice system who are a victim or witness.

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Child Victims and Witnesses Support Materials to Help Children 12-18

Child Victims and Witnesses Support Materials to Help Children 12-18

Office of Justice Programs. Witness Support information for Parents & Caregivers to help children 12-18 who have experienced sex and labor trafficking navigate through the justice system

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Parenting Counts

Parenting Counts

Parenting Counts website. Age milestones for your child

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Harris County Resources For Children and Adults related to Trauma Informed Parenting Support

Harris County Resources For Children and Adults related to Trauma Informed Parenting Support

ParentingHelp.org - Harris County Resources for Children & Adults who may be involved with CPS.

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Depelchin’s SafeCare Program

Depelchin’s SafeCare Program

Parenting Help.org SafeCare program is an in home program to improve parent's skills to improve parent-infant/child interactions,home safety and child health care

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Help Me Grow – Gulf Coast

Help Me Grow – Gulf Coast

Parenting Help.org Help Me Grow Gulf Coast - Connects families with young children to resources in the community to enhance their child's development

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Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Prevention

Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Prevention

Stats & info on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and trauma

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New Research into Abusive Head Trauma

New Research into Abusive Head Trauma

Abusive head trauma, also known as Shaken Baby Syndrome, is a potentially fatal form of child abuse and has been the subject of many different intervention and prevention programs or strategies over the years.

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What is Child Neglect?

What is Child Neglect?

Definition and Description of Types of Child Neglect

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What is Child Physical Abuse?

What is Child Physical Abuse?

Details and Facts relating to Child Abuse

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Child Sexual Abuse Prevention

Child Sexual Abuse Prevention

Definition of Child Sexual AbuseExamplex and Key Facts

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Responding to Sex Trafficking Victom-Offender Intersectionality: A Guide for Criminal Justice Stakeholders

Responding to Sex Trafficking Victom-Offender Intersectionality: A Guide for Criminal Justice Stakeholders

Shared Hope International. Guide for Criminal Justice stakeholders responding to sex trafficking victim-offender intersectionality.

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Protected Innocence Challenge: State Action, National Change

Protected Innocence Challenge: State Action, National Change

Shared Hope International. Provides data and info-graphics outlining states' efforts to improve their existing legal protections for child sex trafficking victims.

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Internet Safety

Internet Safety

The White Van Campaign - Know the Signs Online.

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Criminal Provisions: Issue brief (1.3) – Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC) Laws Apply to Traffickers and Protect all Minors Under 18

Criminal Provisions: Issue brief (1.3) – Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC) Laws Apply to Traffickers and Protect all Minors Under 18

Commercial sexual exploitation of children (CSEC) laws apply to traffickers and protect all minors under 18.

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Criminal Provisions: Issue brief (1.2) – Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC) Laws regarding minor under 18

Criminal Provisions: Issue brief (1.2) – Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC) Laws regarding minor under 18

Commercial sexual exploitation of children (CSEC) laws specifically criminalize purchasing or soliciting commercial sex with any minor under 18.

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Criminal Provisions: Issue brief (1.4) – Mistaken age and Child Sex Trafficking Prosecutions

Criminal Provisions: Issue brief (1.4) – Mistaken age and Child Sex Trafficking Prosecutions

Mistake of age is not an available defense in child sex trafficking prosecutions.

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Continuum of Care Issue Brief (1.6) – Businesses and the Trafficking Law

Continuum of Care Issue Brief (1.6) – Businesses and the Trafficking Law

Business entities can be held criminally liable for conduct that violates the trafficking law.

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Continuum of Care Issue Brief (1.7) – Financial Penalties on Sex Trafficked and CSEC Offenders

Continuum of Care Issue Brief (1.7) – Financial Penalties on Sex Trafficked and CSEC Offenders

State law mandates that financial penalties are levied on sex trafficking and CSEC offenders and are directed to a victim services fund.

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Continuum of Care Issue Brief (2.1) – Definition of Child Sex Trafficking

Continuum of Care Issue Brief (2.1) – Definition of Child Sex Trafficking

It is imperative that all CSE minors are rightfully identified as victims of child sex trafficking including commercially sexually exploited children

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Continuum of Care Issue Brief (2.2) – State Guidance to Facilitate Access for Trafficked Foreign National Children

Continuum of Care Issue Brief (2.2) – State Guidance to Facilitate Access for Trafficked Foreign National Children

State law provides policy guidance to facilitate access to services and assistance for trafficked foreign national children.

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Continuum of Care Issue Brief (2.3) – State Law Mandates and Child Welfare Agencies – Child Sex Trafficking

Continuum of Care Issue Brief (2.3) – State Law Mandates and Child Welfare Agencies – Child Sex Trafficking

State law mandates child welfare agencies to conduct trauma-informed CSEC screening for children at risk of sex trafficking.

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Continuum of Care Issue Brief (2.4) – State Law Mandate on Juvenile Justice Agencies and Child Sex Trafficking

Continuum of Care Issue Brief (2.4) – State Law Mandate on Juvenile Justice Agencies and Child Sex Trafficking

State law mandates juvenile justice agencies to conduct trauma-informed CSEC screening of children at risk of sex trafficking

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Continuum of Care Issue Brief (2.5) – State Law Prohibits the Criminalization of Minors for Prostitution Offenses

Continuum of Care Issue Brief (2.5) – State Law Prohibits the Criminalization of Minors for Prostitution Offenses

State law prohibits the criminalization of minors under 18 for prostitution offenses and establishes a services-referral protocol as an alternative to arrest.

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Continuum of Care Issue Brief (2.6) – State Law Prohibits Criminalization of Child Sex Trafficking Victims for Specific Offenses Committed

Continuum of Care Issue Brief (2.6) – State Law Prohibits Criminalization of Child Sex Trafficking Victims for Specific Offenses Committed

State law prohibits the criminalization of child sex trafficking victims for status offenses, and misdemeanor and non-violent felony offenses committed as a result of their trafficking victimization

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Continuum of Care Issue Brief (2.7) – State Law Prohibits Criminalization of All Sex Trafficking Victims

Continuum of Care Issue Brief (2.7) – State Law Prohibits Criminalization of All Sex Trafficking Victims

State law prohibits the criminalization of child sex trafficking victims for sex trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation offenses, including accomplice and co-conspirator liability, committed as a result of their trafficking victimization.

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Continuum of Care Issue Brief (2.8) – State Law Provides Child Sex Trafficking Victims Proper Defense

Continuum of Care Issue Brief (2.8) – State Law Provides Child Sex Trafficking Victims Proper Defense

State law provides child sex trafficking victims with an affirmative defense to violent felonies committed as a result of their trafficking victimization.

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Continuum of Care Issue Brief (2.9) – Juvenile Court Jurisdiction Provides for a Developmentally Appropriate Response

Continuum of Care Issue Brief (2.9) – Juvenile Court Jurisdiction Provides for a Developmentally Appropriate Response

To ensure the provision of a developmentally appropriate response, all minors under 18 should be afforded the child-centered and rehabilitative-focused services that are connected to the juvenile justice system.

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Continuum of Care Issue Brief (2.10) – State law defines child abuse to include child sex trafficking to ensure access to child welfare services.

Continuum of Care Issue Brief (2.10) – State law defines child abuse to include child sex trafficking to ensure access to child welfare services.

State law defines child abuse to include child sex trafficking to ensure access to child welfare services.

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Continuum of Care Issue Brief (2.11) – Identification and Response to Victims

Continuum of Care Issue Brief (2.11) – Identification and Response to Victims

State law allows for child welfare involvement in sex trafficking cases that do not involve caregiver fault and provides for an alternative, specialized response in those cases.

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Continuum of Care Issue Brief (3.1)

Continuum of Care Issue Brief (3.1)

State law mandates that child sex trafficking victims should not only receive a broad array of treatment but also treatment that is specialized to the unique trauma associated with commercial sexual exploitation

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Continuum of Care Issue Brief (3.1) – State law for Coordinating Care for Sex Trafficked Victims

Continuum of Care Issue Brief (3.1) – State law for Coordinating Care for Sex Trafficked Victims

Child welfare has an important and inescapable role in responding to child maltreatment involving commercial sexual exploitation.

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Continuum of Care Issue Brief (3.4) – Access to Services for Identified Sex Trafficked Children and Youth

Continuum of Care Issue Brief (3.4) – Access to Services for Identified Sex Trafficked Children and Youth

State law requires the juvenile justice system to provide access to specialized services for identified sex trafficked children and youth

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The Texas Model for Care Coordination FY2024-2025

The Texas Model for Care Coordination FY2024-2025

The Care Coordination Model is a consensus-driven, collaborative approach to identify and recover CSEY, and to facilitate tailored, accessible, trauma-informed, and holistic resources through a coordinated network of providers.

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Protective Orders for Victims of Any Type of Human Trafficking

Protective Orders for Victims of Any Type of Human Trafficking

State law allows trafficking victims to seek emergency civil orders of protection.

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Access To Justice For Trafficking Survivors (Issue 4.2)

Access To Justice For Trafficking Survivors (Issue 4.2)

Ineligibility factors for crime victims’ compensation do not prevent victims of child sex trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation of children (CSEC) from accessing compensation

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Access To Justice For Trafficking Survivors (Issue 4.3)

Access To Justice For Trafficking Survivors (Issue 4.3)

States, recognizing the hardships faced by victims with criminal or juvenile records due to their victimization, have begun formulating post-conviction reliefs.

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Access To Justice For Trafficking Survivors (Issue 4.5)

Access To Justice For Trafficking Survivors (Issue 4.5)

State law mandates restitution for child sex trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation of children (CSEC) offenses.

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Access To Justice For Trafficking Survivors (Issue 4.4)

Access To Justice For Trafficking Survivors (Issue 4.4)

The ability to pursue civil remedies against trafficking perpetrators is an important and practical aspect of justice, providing survivors with the means to seek services and rebuild their lives.

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Texas Constitution and Statutes

Texas Constitution and Statutes

This site is searchable by Code, Article and Section. The statutes include the Texas Family Code which can be searched.

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National Domestic Violence Hotline. Phone, Chat or Text

National Domestic Violence Hotline. Phone, Chat or Text

National Domestic Violence Hotline. Phone, Chat or Text

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Safe Online

Safe Online

US Conference of Catholic Bishops. Keeping Children and Teens Safe Online.(Downloadable in English or Spanish)

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Five Ways Parents Play the Primary Role in Educating their Children about Sexual Abuse

Five Ways Parents Play the Primary Role in Educating their Children about Sexual Abuse

US Conference of Catholic Bishops. Five ways parents can educate their child about sexual abuse. Inserts for downloading and printing; English and Spanish

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Warning Signs of Abuse in Children

Warning Signs of Abuse in Children

US Conference of Catholic Bishops. Warning signs of abuse in minors. Inserts for downloading and printing; English and Spanish

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Child Abuse Prevention Month
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How Childhood Neglect and Abuse Impacts the Brain.

How Childhood Neglect and Abuse Impacts the Brain.

This audio recording from WBUR Radio Boston discusses childhood development and coping with adversity.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Stress-Busters for Parents

Stress-Busters for Parents

Parents feel guilty about taking time to de-stress, but doing so is an important way to make sure we don't feel too overwhelmed.

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Prevention and Awareness of Child Abuse, Neglect, including Trafficking

Prevention and Awareness of Child Abuse, Neglect, including Trafficking

Prevention and awareness of child abuse, Neglect, including Trafficking of a Child Toolkit and Resources

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Reporting Suspected Child Abuse, Neglect, or Human Trafficking in a Remote Learning Environment

Reporting Suspected Child Abuse, Neglect, or Human Trafficking in a Remote Learning Environment

Signs of abuse, neglect and trafficking and ways that educators can provide support in a remote learning environment.

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A Texas School Employee’s Guide to Reporting Suspected Abuse & Neglect

A Texas School Employee’s Guide to Reporting Suspected Abuse & Neglect

School employee's guide to reporting suspected abuse and neglect and their Rights and Responsibilities in Texas

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Guia para Empleados de las Escuelas en Texas para Denunciar Sospechas de Abuse y Abandano

Guia para Empleados de las Escuelas en Texas para Denunciar Sospechas de Abuse y Abandano

Spanish version of school employee's guide to reporting

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Guidance for Texas School Administrators on Addressing Child Abuse, Neglect, & Traficking

Guidance for Texas School Administrators on Addressing Child Abuse, Neglect, & Traficking

Guide for administrators including information related to laws, policies, required training for school staff and required programs for students

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It’s OK to Tell!

It’s OK to Tell!

"It's Ok to Tell" Poster for download/printing

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“¡Está bien que lo cuentes! Si alguien te lastima”

“¡Está bien que lo cuentes! Si alguien te lastima”

Di no vete a un lugar seguro cuéntaselo a un adulto en quien confíes (Poster for download)

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Child Abuse Prevention Overview

Child Abuse Prevention Overview

Child Abuse Prevention Overview - Includes information related to educators as mandated reporters and reporting information and linked to the Texas Education Code (TEC) 38.004

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Children’s Advocacy Centers of Texas – Protect Childhood for all Texas Children

Children’s Advocacy Centers of Texas – Protect Childhood for all Texas Children

Information regarding Children's Advocacy Centers of Texas and resources relating to child abuse, crimes against children and trauma

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Human Trafficking of School-aged Children

Human Trafficking of School-aged Children

Definition and information about human trafficking of school-aged children

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STOP Human Trafficking

STOP Human Trafficking

Stop human trafficking sign for download from the Texas Education Agency

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Texas RISE to The Challenge

Texas RISE to The Challenge

Introduction to human trafficking for educators in Texas

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Child Abuse, Family Violence, Dating Violence, and Human Trafficking

Child Abuse, Family Violence, Dating Violence, and Human Trafficking

Child Abuse, Dating Violence, and human trafficking FAQs, 2022

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Bullying, Cyber-bullying, and Hazing

Bullying, Cyber-bullying, and Hazing

Bullying, cyber-bullying, dating violence, and hazing guidance for school personnel from the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB)

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Expiration of Statutory Language Related to Human Sexuality Instruction in Schools

Expiration of Statutory Language Related to Human Sexuality Instruction in Schools

Updated guidance on parental opt in requirement regarding human sexuality instruction

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Family Resources for Early Childhood Education

Family Resources for Early Childhood Education

Resources and guidance for early childhood education

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Foster Care & Student Success

Foster Care & Student Success

Texas systems working together to transform education outcomes of students in foster care.

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Commissioner’s Rules on Prevention, Awareness, and Reporting of Child Abuse or Neglect, Including Trafficking of a Child.

Commissioner’s Rules on Prevention, Awareness, and Reporting of Child Abuse or Neglect, Including Trafficking of a Child.

2023, TEA laws and rules, commissioners rules for prevention and reporting child abuse and neglect

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Child Abuse and Neglect Fatalities

Child Abuse and Neglect Fatalities

Child protection agencies play a critical role in the prevention of child abuse and neglect fatalities, but they cannot work alone.

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If I Knew Then What I Know Now

If I Knew Then What I Know Now

This article describes seven strategies to reduce child abuse and neglect fatalities.

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What can we learn from how states define neglect?

What can we learn from how states define neglect?

The Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA) defines neglect as a form of maltreatment but provides little guidance as to how it should be defined.

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Do prior maltreatment reports serve as a risk factor for child fatalities?

Do prior maltreatment reports serve as a risk factor for child fatalities?

This study examines whether there is a correlation between the presence of a nonfatal maltreatment allegation and child fatalities (both intentional and unintentional) in young children.

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“Do sentinel injuries predict later physical abuse in infants?

“Do sentinel injuries predict later physical abuse in infants?

This study examines the relation between sentinel injuries in young infants (that is, previous unexplained or implausible injuries in the medical record that are suspicious for abuse) and later physical abuse.

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What do we know about birth match?

What do we know about birth match?

Research has identified a number of characteristics within families that may correlate to higher risk of severe injury or fatality from child abuse and neglect.

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What should every child protection agency do to ensure that children are placed with kin?

What should every child protection agency do to ensure that children are placed with kin?

When child protective services determines a child must be removed from the home and placed in foster care, that child deserves to be placed with kin.

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What are Kinship Navigator Programs?

What are Kinship Navigator Programs?

This brief explains the need for kinship navigator programs, describes their essential elements, and provides jurisdictional examples (including outcomes).

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Why Should Child Protection Agencies Adopt a Kin-First Approach?

Why Should Child Protection Agencies Adopt a Kin-First Approach?

There are many benefits – both human and financial – associated with kinship care.

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Pathways for Support for Families During a Crisis

Pathways for Support for Families During a Crisis

Families that need concrete supports and services during a crisis often are reported to the child protection hotline, which can result unnecessarily in an investigation that is traumatizing and harmful to those involved

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Peer support: parent partner programs.

Peer support: parent partner programs.

It is critical that child welfare systems learn from parents and other lived experts who have experience with child welfare, and then leverage that expertise in meaningful ways.

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Prevention

Prevention

By addressing the needs of families before there is a crisis, children can avoid the trauma of abuse or neglect and potential placement into foster care.

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How can child protection agencies collaborate to prevent foster care and support family well-being?

How can child protection agencies collaborate to prevent foster care and support family well-being?

Collaboration across the child welfare, behavioral health, Medicaid, public health, education, and social service systems — as well as across governance levels (federal, state, local, and tribal) — can help meet the upstream needs of children and families and prevent child welfare involvement and out-of-home placement.

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The effects of child poverty reductions on child protective services involvement

The effects of child poverty reductions on child protective services involvement

The number of child protective services (CPS) investigations could be cut by more than a third — or up to 1.2 million fewer investigations annually — if certain poverty reduction policies were in place.

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Moving Youth to Family: Level of Need and the Impact on Legal Relational Permanency

Moving Youth to Family: Level of Need and the Impact on Legal Relational Permanency

This article explores permanency outcomes for youth and the impact on legal and relational permanency.

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Fostering College Success Mentorship Program

Fostering College Success Mentorship Program

From Data to Practice: The Impact of Placement with Family on Safety, Permanency, and Well-Being

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Using In Home Services to prevent foster care in Austin, Texas

Using In Home Services to prevent foster care in Austin, Texas

This report chronicles the story of Austin’s In Home Services program. It is told in the voices of those leading the work.

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Preserving Connections in Tribal Foster Families

Preserving Connections in Tribal Foster Families

Best strategies for recruiting and retaining tribal foster families for American Indian and Alaska Native children.

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Supporting Lifelong Families

Supporting Lifelong Families

This article discusses steps Child Welfare Agencies can take to prevent children from re-entering foster care

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Strategies to Promote Research Use in Child Welfare

Strategies to Promote Research Use in Child Welfare

Strategies to increase the use of evidence in decision-making to ensure that agencies effectively serve families in producing intended outcomes.

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Addressing Unaddressed Needs: Helping Agencies Target Services to Children and Caregivers in Child Welfare

Addressing Unaddressed Needs: Helping Agencies Target Services to Children and Caregivers in Child Welfare

Children and their caregivers in the child welfare system have an acute need for health, mental health and substance abuse services, but many of these needs are not being met through timely services.

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Washington communities reduce trauma effects through public-private partnerships

Washington communities reduce trauma effects through public-private partnerships

A new study commissioned by the Adverse Childhood Experiences Public-Private Initiative (APPI) of Washington state finds that communities can create effective, local strategies that reduce the long-term social, emotional and physical problems related to abuse, neglect and other Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).

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Community-Based Family Support: Exemplars with Implementation and Evaluation Strategies

Community-Based Family Support: Exemplars with Implementation and Evaluation Strategies

This article examines the need for community-based initiatives, lessons learned on implementation, and promising evaluation strategies.

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Elements of Effective Practice for Children and Youth Served by Therapeutic Residential Care

Elements of Effective Practice for Children and Youth Served by Therapeutic Residential Care

This brief summarizes research on effective practices for children and youth referred to therapeutic residential care.

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Addressing Child Sex Trafficking from a Child Welfare Perspective

Addressing Child Sex Trafficking from a Child Welfare Perspective

Human sex trafficking of girls and boys in the United States is a serious and growing concern for policymakers, child welfare leaders and the public.

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Shifting Resources to Achieve Better Outcomes for Children and Families

Shifting Resources to Achieve Better Outcomes for Children and Families

At a time when finance reform and use of evidence-based practices are being discussed with policy-makers and program leaders, this research brief describes how reinvestment is being applied in child welfare and other fields.

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Trauma and Recovery: The After Math of Violence by Judith L. Herman

Trauma and Recovery: The After Math of Violence by Judith L. Herman

Trauma and Recovery: The After Math of Violence by Judith L. Herman The author describes the symptoms of those who have experienced trauma, explains why they occur, puts forth a program for healing and sets it within a social matrix. This often-quoted book on posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) changed the way those in the psychiatric fields diagnosed trauma.

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The Nurturing Parenting Program for Infants, Toddlers and Pre-School Children

The Nurturing Parenting Program for Infants, Toddlers and Pre-School Children

This study evaluates the effectiveness of the Nurturing Parenting Program for infants, toddlers and pre-school children.

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Why Don’t They Just Quit? by Joe Herzanek

Why Don’t They Just Quit? by Joe Herzanek

Why Don’t They Just Quit? by Joe Herzanek This book offers a message of hope to families and friends, giving practical solutions so they can help anyone struggling with addiction to begin the road to recovery.

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Child Protective Services Reintegration Project: Permanency Outcomes for Youth with Complex Mental Health Needs

Child Protective Services Reintegration Project: Permanency Outcomes for Youth with Complex Mental Health Needs

CPS Reintegration Project provides an extensive network of wraparound services and supports to caregivers of youth who are in the foster care system, have at least one DSM-IV diagnosis, and are attempting to reintegrate into their homes and communities.

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“Mental Health, Ethnicity, Sexuality and Spirituality Among Youth in Foster Care”

“Mental Health, Ethnicity, Sexuality and Spirituality Among Youth in Foster Care”

Survey of 188 adolescents in care, including questions on mental health, spirituality, ethnic identity, gender identity and sexual orientation.

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Those Who Wander: America’s Lost Street Kids by Vivian Ho

Those Who Wander: America’s Lost Street Kids by Vivian Ho

Those Who Wander: America’s Lost Street Kids by Vivian Ho This book delves deep into a rising subculture that’s changing the very fabric of the author's city and all of urban America. Moving beyond the disheartening statistics, she gives voices to these young people―victims of abuse, failed foster care, mental illness, and drug addiction. She also doesn’t ignore the threat they pose to themselves and to others as a dangerous dark side emerges.

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Assessing the Effects of Foster Care

Assessing the Effects of Foster Care

This report presents data collected from case records for 1,609 alumni who had been in the care of Casey Family Programs.

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Michigan, Texas Foster Care Alumni Study Technical Reports: Outcomes at age 23 and 24

Michigan, Texas Foster Care Alumni Study Technical Reports: Outcomes at age 23 and 24

The State Foster Care Alumni Study examined demographic characteristics, maltreatment history, foster care experiences and outcomes among 23- and 24-year-old alumni in Texas and Michigan.

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The Promoting Safe and Stable Families Program: Purpose, Background and Context

The Promoting Safe and Stable Families Program: Purpose, Background and Context

Congress created and has continued to fund PSSf in response to concerns about the number of children in foster care and the effect of instability and lack of permanency on their well-being.

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Casey Life Skills Toolkit

Casey Life Skills Toolkit

A set of free tools that assess the independent skills youth need to achieve their long-term goals. It aims to guide youth toward developing healthy, productive lives.

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Child and Family Services (CFS) Practice Model: A Safe and Permanent Family for Every Youth

Child and Family Services (CFS) Practice Model: A Safe and Permanent Family for Every Youth

Children are best served in the context of families, and that families are best served in the context of communities.

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Last Chance in Texas: The Redemption of Criminal Youth by John Hubner

Last Chance in Texas: The Redemption of Criminal Youth by John Hubner

Last Chance in Texas: The Redemption of Criminal Youth by John Hubner This book follows the author's nine months spent observing juvenile offenders, or students, enrolled in the Capital Offenders Group program (COG) at the Giddings State School in Texas.

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Achieving higher education goals: Resources for youth in and from foster care.

Achieving higher education goals: Resources for youth in and from foster care.

For young people leaving foster care, the daily struggle with adult responsibilities often makes it difficult to plan for the future and pursue higher education or training.

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Improving Higher Education Outcomes for Students from Foster Care: Readings, Resources, Program Links

Improving Higher Education Outcomes for Students from Foster Care: Readings, Resources, Program Links

Provides education professionals and advocates — including college counselors, student support service programs and TRIO programs

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The Out of Sync Child by Carol Kranowitz

The Out of Sync Child by Carol Kranowitz

The Out of Sync Child by Carol Kranowitz This book describes the different ways children react to sensations and integrate their responses to their world. The book provides detailed, practical information that will help parents understand how the nervous system works.

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Supporting Success: Improving Higher Education Outcomes for Students from Foster Care

Supporting Success: Improving Higher Education Outcomes for Students from Foster Care

College provides an opportunity for young people to secure good jobs, advance in their careers, achieve economic independence and build important social networks. For youth from foster care, college can mean freedom from their past and the ability to choose a future rich with possibilities.

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Do gaps in data negatively impact children with complex medical needs?

Do gaps in data negatively impact children with complex medical needs?

This study provides insight into what the child welfare system currently is doing to support these children, and what might be done to improve services and outcomes.

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A season of hope: Growing the roles of families

A season of hope: Growing the roles of families

Learn what science tells us about the importance of connection, why a kin-first culture leads to better outcomes for children and families, and how communities around the country are embracing this powerful approach to help children grow up where they belong.

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“Trauma-informed, healing-centered approaches” in child protection agencies

“Trauma-informed, healing-centered approaches” in child protection agencies

Child welfare leaders must also work alongside other systems committed to child and family well-being to build robust, trauma-informed support at the individual, family, and community levels

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Safety and Protection from Abuse and Neglect

Safety and Protection from Abuse and Neglect

Specifics on Safety and Protection from Abuse and Neglect - Texas Law. References to Texas Family Code

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Preventing Human Trafficking

Preventing Human Trafficking

The Governor’s Commission for Women is working with the Texas Department of Transportation to raise awareness of the cruelty of human trafficking.

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Prevent Human Trafficking – Office of TX Attorney General

Prevent Human Trafficking – Office of TX Attorney General

Prevent: Prevent Action Plan

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Be the O.N.E. in the Fight Against Human Trafficking

Be the O.N.E. in the Fight Against Human Trafficking

Human trafficking involves the use of force, fraud, or coercion to obtain some type of labor or commercial sex act from another person. Under law, children cannot consent to sexual exploitation and therefore, no force, fraud, or coercion is required to meet the definition of child sex trafficking

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Be the O.N.E. in the Fight Against Human Trafficking

Be the O.N.E. in the Fight Against Human Trafficking

This innovative digital training tool cuts through the confusion, arms the viewer with an understanding of what human trafficking is and is not, and helps them recognize that this is a Texas problem with Texas buyers, sellers, and victims.

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Child Sex Trafficking – Protect

Child Sex Trafficking – Protect

CSTT Engages in Strategies to Protect Children

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Child Sex Trafficking Team – Texas

Child Sex Trafficking Team – Texas

The Child Sex Trafficking Team (CSTT) in the Office of the Governor is fighting to end this crime and to help its young victims.

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Child Sex Trafficking – Recognize

Child Sex Trafficking – Recognize

CSTT strives to educate the public about the indicators of trafficking so that victims are identified earlier and more often,

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The Commercial Sexual Exploitation-Identification Tool (CSE-IT)

The Commercial Sexual Exploitation-Identification Tool (CSE-IT)

A research-based screening tool that helps improve early identification of commercially sexually exploited youth (CSEY).

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GRACE – Governor’s Response Against Child Exploitation

GRACE – Governor’s Response Against Child Exploitation

To improve awareness, service capacity, and prevention efforts, the GRACE initiative empowers communities of faith across Texas, complementing the agencies’ shared vision of a statewide Network of Nurture to meet the needs of children and their families.

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To the Public, Nothing was Wrong with Me

To the Public, Nothing was Wrong with Me

Life experiences of Minors and Youth in Texas at Risk for Commercial Sexual Exploitation

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Human Trafficking by the Numbers: The Initial Benchmark of Prevalence and Economic Impact for Texas

Human Trafficking by the Numbers: The Initial Benchmark of Prevalence and Economic Impact for Texas

Though human trafficking is widespread in geographically large states with large urban centers like Texas, the true scope of this hidden crime is largely unconfirmed as data on human trafficking are difficult to ascertain.

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Sexual Assault Survivors’ Task Force

Sexual Assault Survivors’ Task Force

With our shared mission of transforming Texas' response to sexual violence, we will continue to seek justice for survivors, hold offenders accountable, and ensure that all survivors have access to the resources they need for healing and recovery.

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S.I.N.G. Amplifying Voices Against Silent Challenges

S.I.N.G. Amplifying Voices Against Silent Challenges

By uniting voices against Human Trafficking, Domestic Violence, Bullying, and Teen Dating Violence, we aim to foster awareness, understanding, and collective action toward a safer and more empathetic community.

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Blue Campaign Youth Animated Video Series: Mia’s Story

Blue Campaign Youth Animated Video Series: Mia’s Story

Depicts the experience of a young girl being trafficked through the lens of different individuals in her life.

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What is Forced Labor?

What is Forced Labor?

Forced labor occurs when individuals are compelled against their will to provide work or service through the use of force, fraud, or coercion.

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¿Qué es la trata de personas?

¿Qué es la trata de personas?

¿Qué es la trata de personas? (What is Forced Labor?) (Spanish)

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Indicators of Human Trafficking

Indicators of Human Trafficking

Recognize key Indicators of Human Trafficking to help identify victims. Also available is the "Blue Campaign" indicator card for download.

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What is Human Trafficking: Myths and Misconceptions

What is Human Trafficking: Myths and Misconceptions

Common myths and misconceptions about human trafficking

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What is Human Trafficking: Identify a Victim

What is Human Trafficking: Identify a Victim

Recognizing the signs of human trafficking is the first step to identifying a victim.

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What is Human Trafficking: Human Interest Stories

What is Human Trafficking: Human Interest Stories

These recent human trafficking cases illustrate common indicators of human trafficking, as well as efforts by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Blue Campaign to protect victims and bring the perpetrators to justice.

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Red Flags for Sex Trafficking

Red Flags for Sex Trafficking

List of Signs or "Red Flags" for Sex Trafficking

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Texas Human Trafficking Resource Center

Texas Human Trafficking Resource Center

The Texas Human Trafficking Resource Center connects Health and Human Services staff, health care providers, stakeholders and those who have experienced human trafficking to resources needed to locate services, help prevent trafficking, and recognize and respond to potential trafficking situations.

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Centro de Recursos contra la Trata de Personas en Texas

Centro de Recursos contra la Trata de Personas en Texas

El Centro de Recursos contra la Trata de Personas en Texas conecta al personal de Salud y Servicios Humanos, a proveedores de atención médica, a partes interesadas y a quienes han sido víctimas de la trata de personas con los recursos necesarios para ubicar servicios, ayudar a prevenir la trata de personas y a reconocer y responder a situaciones que podrían ser casos de trata de personas

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Adult Human Trafficking Screening Tool and Guide

Adult Human Trafficking Screening Tool and Guide

Guide for training public health, behavioral health, health care, and social work professionals who wish to use trauma-informed and survivor-informed practices to assess adult clients and patients for human trafficking victimization or risk of potential trafficking victimization.

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Out of the Shadows: A Tool for the Identification of Victims of Human Trafficking

Out of the Shadows: A Tool for the Identification of Victims of Human Trafficking

The tool is a statistically validated 30-topic questionnaire designed to elicit evidence of trafficking victimization

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Provider Guidebook: Services for Victims of Human Trafficking in Texas

Provider Guidebook: Services for Victims of Human Trafficking in Texas

Guidebook for providers of victims of human trafficking used to help patients find the support they need.

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Texas Abuse Hotline Website

Texas Abuse Hotline Website

The Department of Family and Protective Services provides this secure website for reporting suspicions of abuse, neglect and exploitation of children, adults with disabilities, or people 65 years or older.

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The Tragedy of Human Trafficking and TBRI.

The Tragedy of Human Trafficking and TBRI.

Through a partnership with the Office of the Texas Governor Child Sex Trafficking Team, our Institute is currently involved in a statewide project focused on implementing TBRI with professionals who support survivors of sex-trafficking and other forms of commercial sexual exploitation.

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Ending Child Sexual Exploitation in Texas: Progress and Hope

Ending Child Sexual Exploitation in Texas: Progress and Hope

Governor Abbott's Child Sex Trafficking Team (CSTT) was created by the 84th Legislature (2015) to coordinate a holistic response to child sex trafficking in Texas.

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CSEY (Commercially Sexually Exploited Youth) Advocates

CSEY (Commercially Sexually Exploited Youth) Advocates

CSEY (Commercially Sexually Exploited Youth) Advocacy is an essential part of the Governor's Office Child Sex Trafficking Team (CSTT) Texas model for addressing child sexual exploitation.

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Texas Human Trafficking Prevention Coordinating Council

Texas Human Trafficking Prevention Coordinating Council

In 2019, the Texas Legislature created the Texas Human Trafficking Prevention Coordinating Council to work towards effectively and efficiently eradicating human trafficking through the coordination and collaboration of programs, services, and state resources.

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Protect

Protect

Texas Human Trafficking Prevention Coordinating Council Webinar: Investigate and Conduct Human Trafficking Operations

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Prosecute Human Trafficking

Prosecute Human Trafficking

Texas Human Trafficking Prevention Coordinating Council Webinar: Prosecute Human Trafficking Using All Tools Available

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Support for Victims and Survivors of Human Trafficking

Support for Victims and Survivors of Human Trafficking

Article & Webinar: Provide Follow-Up Care to Victims After Recovery

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Texas Human Trafficking Prevention Coordinating Council. Partner Action Plan

Texas Human Trafficking Prevention Coordinating Council. Partner Action Plan

Article and Webinar: Identify and Build Partnerships

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Human Trafficking Protocol Toolkit for Healthcare Settings

Human Trafficking Protocol Toolkit for Healthcare Settings

The Protocol Toolkit helps healthcare settings create trafficking response protocols. Adaptable for diverse contexts, it fosters interdisciplinary, patient-centered care.

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HEAL Research Webinar – Outcomes for Human Trafficking Survivors (OHTS) Instrument

HEAL Research Webinar – Outcomes for Human Trafficking Survivors (OHTS) Instrument

Measuring Outcomes in Services for Human Trafficking Survivors: Building Evidence to Inform Practice

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HEAL Research Webinar – Queering the Support for Trafficked Persons

HEAL Research Webinar – Queering the Support for Trafficked Persons

We discussed "Queering the Support for Trafficked Persons: LGBTQ Communities and Human Trafficking in the Heartland" with Dr. Corinne Schwarz from Oklahoma State University.

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Ethical and Practical Considerations for Collecting Longitudinal Data from CSEC Youth

Ethical and Practical Considerations for Collecting Longitudinal Data from CSEC Youth

We discuss "A longitudinal evaluation of a survivor-mentor program for child survivors of sex trafficking in the United States" (2020) with Katherine Bright, a PhD candidate at University of Rutgers School of Criminal Justice and one of the authors on the study.

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Experiences of Racism Among African American Women Impacted by Commercial Sexual Exploitation

Experiences of Racism Among African American Women Impacted by Commercial Sexual Exploitation

We discuss Lara Gerassi's 2019 article titled "Experiences of Racism and Racial Tensions Among African American Women Impacted by Commercial Sexual Exploitation in Practice: A Qualitative Study." Dr. Gerassi, an Assistant Professor at the University of Wisconsin's School of Social Work, will discuss the studies findings and also the innovative research methods she designed to pursue this research.

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Administration for Children & Families Resource Library

Administration for Children & Families Resource Library

Links to topics such as Behavioral Health, Children & Youth, Human trafficking, etc.

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Resources for Victims of Child Sexual Abuse and Their Families

Resources for Victims of Child Sexual Abuse and Their Families

Our guide provides information on recognizing signs of abuse, reporting it, and getting the mental health help you need.

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Resource Guide for Male Survivors of Abuse, Sexual Assault, and Trauma

Resource Guide for Male Survivors of Abuse, Sexual Assault, and Trauma

Resource Guide for Male Survivors of Abuse, Sexual Assault, and Trauma. Understanding & recognizing the problem. Types of abuse, effects, prevention, support.

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Resources for Victims of Human Trafficking

Resources for Victims of Human Trafficking

Resources for Victims of Human Trafficking. What human trafficking is, what it might look like, and what to watch out for. We’ll also refute some widely-circulated myths about human trafficking, point you toward resources that can help victims get back on their feet, and highlight other organizations that are working to end human trafficking altogether.

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Teen Dating Violence

Teen Dating Violence

Learn about the causes and types of this all-too-common problem, along with prevention techniques and resources for further help.

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Which U.S. States Struggle Most With Bullying?

Which U.S. States Struggle Most With Bullying?

This site shows results of data analyzed and conducted a survey to rank states reporting bullying incidences.

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Bullying Prevention Resources

Bullying Prevention Resources

Bullying Prevention Resources for students, teachers, or parents

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The Importance of Knowing Child Sexual Abuse Symptoms in the Elementary Teacher’s Work

The Importance of Knowing Child Sexual Abuse Symptoms in the Elementary Teacher’s Work

Our aim is to compile a list of common symptoms of childhood trauma and to isolate symptoms that are specific to school-age victims of child sexual abuse or child molestation who are six to twelve years of age.

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Resources for Victims of Child Sexual Abuse and Their Families

Resources for Victims of Child Sexual Abuse and Their Families

What is Child Sexual Abuse and Facts and information on recognizing signs of abuse, reporting it, and getting the mental health help you need.

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Child Abuse by the Numbers

Child Abuse by the Numbers

Allows you to click on any State and find stat's (number of reported incidents) related to child abuse/criminal negligent abuse, physical abuse, sexual abuse/etc with stat's from each region

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How to Talk to Young Children About Body Safety: A Guide for Parents

How to Talk to Young Children About Body Safety: A Guide for Parents

A guide for parents on how to talk to your young children about body safety.

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Child Sexual Abuse: Understanding Entrapment, Delayed Disclosure, Coaching, Inappropriate Questioning and Parental Responsibilities

Child Sexual Abuse: Understanding Entrapment, Delayed Disclosure, Coaching, Inappropriate Questioning and Parental Responsibilities

It is crucial to recognize that when a child discloses sexual abuse, it is not a one-time event but a process. After deciding to tell someone about the abuse, the child typically goes through several stages in revealing the disclosure.

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Child Advocacy Centers & Multidisciplinary Teams (MDT)

Child Advocacy Centers & Multidisciplinary Teams (MDT)

General information on CAC's & MDT; its purpose, who is involved, roles, and encouragement to report abuse. Also includes information about forensic medical exams

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Warning Signs of Abuse in Children

Warning Signs of Abuse in Children

It is not easy for parents or caregivers to recognize when their child is being sexually abused because of the amount of secrecy and manipulation that is taking place to protect the offender from being found out. However there are several “warning signs” that you might observe that would constitute indicators that the child may have something going on that needs to be explored further. According to “RAINN.org” here are a few of those warning signs.

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Faith in God’s Grace through Child Sexual Abuse Disclosure

Faith in God’s Grace through Child Sexual Abuse Disclosure

It's vital to view the disclosure of sexual abuse as a journey of healing, rooted in the grace and love of God, rather than merely an event.

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Navigating the Path to Healing: The Role of Trauma-Informed Care in Supporting Child Abuse Survivors

Navigating the Path to Healing: The Role of Trauma-Informed Care in Supporting Child Abuse Survivors

The journey to recovery for child abuse survivors is complex and necessitates a comprehensive strategy, where trauma-informed care plays a key role.

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Education as a Shelter and Defense: Jenna’s Law and Combating Child Abuse as a Community

Education as a Shelter and Defense: Jenna’s Law and Combating Child Abuse as a Community

Jenna's Law in Texas, a landmark piece of legislation, represents a pivotal shift in how society addresses the critical issue of child sexual abuse. Named after Jenna Quinn.

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Child Homelessness: A Call for Action and Compassion

Child Homelessness: A Call for Action and Compassion

This article discusses the multifaceted impacts of homelessness extend beyond mere lack of shelter, encompassing profound implications for children's physical and mental health, educational attainment, social integration, and overall well-being.

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Sibling Struggles, the Overlooked Victims: The Impact of Child Abuse on Non-Victim Siblings

Sibling Struggles, the Overlooked Victims: The Impact of Child Abuse on Non-Victim Siblings

This blog post aims to shed light on the multifaceted impacts of child abuse on non-victim siblings, exploring the deep and lasting effects that ripple through their lives, often unnoticed.

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Collaborative Family Engagement (CFE)

Collaborative Family Engagement (CFE)

CFE is a team-based approach between local CASA programs and CPS, as well as Single Source Continuum Contractors (SSCC), to engage, find and work with family members and fictive kin in the creation and development of a lifetime network for young people in the foster care system

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Asking The Right Questions for CASA Workers

Asking The Right Questions for CASA Workers

40 min podcast to assist the CASA worker in asking the right questions and in the right way

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Building Trust-Based Relationships with Youth

Building Trust-Based Relationships with Youth

32 min podcast. In this episode, we're joined by powerhouse CASA advocate and social entrepreneur Jordan Bartlett for a conversation about showing up, building rapport, and creating authentic relationships with youth.

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Texas CASA Newsletter

Texas CASA Newsletter

This site allows you to subscribe to the "CASA Voice", a monthly Newsletter to stay informed re: inspiration and education on all things CASA

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Find Your Local CASA Program

Find Your Local CASA Program

This link will take you to the TX CASA site where you can locate the nearest CASA program.

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Understanding Trauma Informed Care

Understanding Trauma Informed Care

87 pg guide to understanding trauma informed care

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Texas Infant, Toddler, and Three-Year-Old Early Learning Guidelines

Texas Infant, Toddler, and Three-Year-Old Early Learning Guidelines

The ITELG are designed to assist caregivers in understanding early childhood development and in making the most of each day during the early years of growth. Although no two children are expected to follow the exact same pattern of growth, the ITELG are meant to provide an outline of the developmental skills young children are working on at a given stage. The ITELG were created to move Texas forward in ensuring that all children have the high-quality early experiences needed for optimal brain development.

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Texas HHS Early Childhood Intervention Program Search

Texas HHS Early Childhood Intervention Program Search

If you have a child age birth to 36 months with a developmental delay or disability, Early Childhood Intervention Services (ECI) may be able to help you and your child. Services are provided in the home and in other places where your child goes regularly, for example, a childcare center, park, library, or other community setting.

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Texas HHS Educational Opportunities – Healthy Texas Mothers and Babies

Texas HHS Educational Opportunities – Healthy Texas Mothers and Babies

Healthy Texas Mothers and Babies is committed to providing clinicians, parents, and men and women of childbearing age with opportunities to become more informed about health topics that influence infant mortality in our state. To that end, DSHS has organized multiple learning opportunities for community health workers, promotors, nurses, physicians, mid-level clinicians, social workers, health care administrators, and others.

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Texas Abuse Hotline Website

Texas Abuse Hotline Website

Abuse, Neglect. Secure site to report suspicions of abuse, neglect

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Poison Control Center

Poison Control Center

Poison Control; get help online or call hotline.

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2-1-1- Texas Hotline

2-1-1- Texas Hotline

Links to resources for housing, employment, food/nutrition, crisis, legal aid, health/medical, mental health, child care/education

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Respecting the Needs of Children and Youth in Texas Foster Care

Respecting the Needs of Children and Youth in Texas Foster Care

24 pg Report on mental health for foster children

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DFPS Texas Youth Helpline

DFPS Texas Youth Helpline

We are here to listen and understand the challenges that you may be facing. We can discuss options, solutions, and provide resources. We can talk about what to do next.

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What happens when a family becomes involved in the child welfare system?

What happens when a family becomes involved in the child welfare system?

Emily's Story: Video describing a year in the life of a child in foster care.

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Get Parenting Tips

Get Parenting Tips

Parenting tips for Parents of babies, toddlers, kids, tweens/teens, etc.

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Guide – Advocacy for Youth Affected by Sex Trafficking

Guide – Advocacy for Youth Affected by Sex Trafficking

92 page guide Advocacy for Youth Affected by Sex Traficking

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Aging out of Foster Care Educational Video

Aging out of Foster Care Educational Video

Educational Video on Texas Foster Youth Project for children who are aging out of foster care

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H.E.R.O. Child-Rescue Corps

H.E.R.O. Child-Rescue Corps

While America fights terrorists overseas, there is another kind of terrorist right here at home, targeting our children. PROTECT has joined forces with the U.S. Special Operations Command and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to combat this exploding threat. PROTECT developed the idea for the HERO Corps in 2008, and the program was launched in 2013. We recruit some of America’s most talented wounded, ill, and injured veterans and train them in counter-child-exploitation and digital forensics. These Human Exploitation Rescue Operatives (HEROs) are then deployed to Homeland Security Investigations field offices for a one-year internship, working with federal agents to investigate child sexual exploitation. HERO graduates have gone on to successful careers in federal and local law enforcement, intelligence agencies, and the private sector.

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Overview of the CASA Volunteer’s Role

Overview of the CASA Volunteer’s Role

Overview of the CASA vol. role and impact on child

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Understanding Roles in Foster Care for children

Understanding Roles in Foster Care for children

Educational video for child to understand roles of the team that will be helping them in Foster Care

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Using Collaborative Family Engagement in Foster Care

Using Collaborative Family Engagement in Foster Care

Video explaining the children in foster care concerns and ways the Collaborative Family Engagement (CFE)can assist

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Darkness to Light Resources for Adults and Families

Darkness to Light Resources for Adults and Families

Medical Resources. List of Agencies to provide medical services including exams & forensic interviews

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Non-abusive Head Trauma (Other serious injury) Fact Sheet

Non-abusive Head Trauma (Other serious injury) Fact Sheet

Non-abusive Head Trauma (Other serious injury) Fact Sheet for detectives, prosecutors, and child protection services workers, providing guidance during the initial phases of investigations into serious physical injuries that are not a result of abuse

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Burn Injury Questionnaire

Burn Injury Questionnaire

Burn Injury Questionnaire; a critical tool for detectives, prosecutors, and child protection services workers in the early stages of investigating serious physical abuse cases that involve burn injuries, typically initiated in a hospital setting.

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Bruise Injury Questionnaire

Bruise Injury Questionnaire

Bruise Injury Questionnaire for detectives, prosecutors, and child protection services workers in the initial stages of investigating cases of serious physical abuse, particularly those involving bruise injuries, typically conducted in a hospital environment.

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National Human Trafficking Hotline

National Human Trafficking Hotline

Human Trafficking. Hotline: 1-888-373-7888 (TTY: 711), Text 233733

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Abusive Head Trauma Fact Sheet

Abusive Head Trauma Fact Sheet

For detectives, prosecutors, and child protection services workers involved in the initial investigation of cases concerning serious physical abuse injuries, specifically abusive head trauma

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Abusive Head Trauma Questionnaire

Abusive Head Trauma Questionnaire

Tool for detectives, prosecutors, and child protection services workers in the preliminary stages of investigating cases involving serious physically abusive head injuries, usually conducted within a hospital setting.

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National Runaway Safeline

National Runaway Safeline

Are you enduring abuse at home? Have you experienced traumatic events while living on the streets? Do you find yourself unprepared to live on your own? Are you unable to find local resources, such as shelters or pantries? Are you ready to go home and unable to get there?

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Abdominal Trauma Questionnaire

Abdominal Trauma Questionnaire

Specialized tool designed for use by detectives, prosecutors, and child protection services workers during the initial stages of an investigation into serious physical abuse cases, typically conducted at a hospital.

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Minimal Facts Interview – Child Abuse Disclosures Form

Minimal Facts Interview – Child Abuse Disclosures Form

Used when a child first discloses potential abuse. Use as an integral part of the early response to child abuse or neglect situations.

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Children of the Night

Children of the Night

Children of the Night is a privately funded non-profit organization established in 1979 with the specific purpose to provide intervention in the lives of children who are sexually exploited and vulnerable to or involved in prostitution and pornography.

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Sexual Abuse Assessment Outline

Sexual Abuse Assessment Outline

Used to assess allegations and risk factors for child sexual abuse.

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Family Violence Program Centers in Texas

Family Violence Program Centers in Texas

Family Violence. Interactive map to locate a Family Violence Program Center in Texas.

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Child Physical Abuse Assessment Form

Child Physical Abuse Assessment Form

Child Physical Abuse Assessment form. For professionals to identify environments and caregivers who are a significant risk of physically abusing their children.

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Trauma-Informed Interview Questions

Trauma-Informed Interview Questions

Trauma Informed Questions for interviewers

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Case Checklist: Sexual Abuse

Case Checklist: Sexual Abuse

Checklist for Law Enforcement to use when investigating Child Abuse.

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Abusive Relationships

Abusive Relationships

To properly understand what an abusive relationship is, it is important first to understand that abuse is more than just physical violence.

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What are Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE’s)?

What are Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE’s)?

Adverse childhood experiences, or ACEs, are traumatic events that happen to children between the ages of 0 and 17 years old.

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What is Child Physical Abuse?

What is Child Physical Abuse?

Child physical abuse is any conduct that causes bodily injury to a child that is not, in some way, appropriate for the welfare or discipline of the child.

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“Normal” and “Abnormal” Sexual Behaviors in Children

“Normal” and “Abnormal” Sexual Behaviors in Children

Children begin to explore their bodies at a very young age. For most parents, when they see that their child is starting to become interested in the child’s private parts, it can be very disturbing or concerning. However, this behavior is normal in certain contexts. At a very young age, sometimes as early as 2 years old, children will begin touching their own bodies and discovering their genitals by poking, pulling, or rubbing themselves. As children begin to understand that they have these private parts, it is important that parents recognize this behavior for what it is, and provide guidance to their children to help them learn what these parts are, what these parts are used for, and that other people should not be looking at or touching those parts as well.

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Who are Vulnerable Populations?

Who are Vulnerable Populations?

There are certain groups of people who are more vulnerable to physical and sexual abuse or sexual exploitation than others. These groups are more vulnerable due to their inability to speak up and protect themselves.

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What is Sexual Harassment?

What is Sexual Harassment?

Sexual harassment is a form of abuse in which the offender makes sexual advances or comments to another person that makes them feel uncomfortable and is completely inappropriate.

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Why Do Some People Sexually Abuse Children?

Why Do Some People Sexually Abuse Children?

Understanding this issue is a good start for recognizing and preventing child sexual abuse. Sexual abuse can be triggered by several factors, and every offender has a unique mixture of factors that cause the abuse. But there are a few things that seem to be common to most, if not all child abusers

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What is the difference between “Consent” and “Compliance”?

What is the difference between “Consent” and “Compliance”?

The most often cited defense in offenders accused of raping or sexually assaulting an adult or an older (teenage) juvenile is that the victim was “consenting” to the sexual contact. Consent is the issue as to whether the victim indicated that they did or did not want to engage in that sexual conduct with the offender. There is no burden on a victim to have to tell someone “No” or to “stop”. A person who is not consenting to sexual contact only needs to indicate in some manner that they do not wish to engage in that contact. The “no” can be something as simple as a physical gesture.

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What is Incest?

What is Incest?

Incest is defined as sexual conduct that occurs between members of the same family, or close relatives. This can be sexual conduct that occurs between people who are related by blood, or through marriage, adoption, or some other form of family lineage. Incest is wrong in most, if not all cultures around the world. Historically the primary reason incestual relationships were considered wrong was due to concerns of “inbreeding”. However, today most of the world considers this conduct not only to be morally wrong, but also criminal. And in most states, laws exist that also prevent certain related individuals from marrying as well

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Understanding Child Sexual Abuse

Understanding Child Sexual Abuse

Child sexual abuse is a serious and complex issue, involving a range of criminal activities that can have a lasting impact on the victim's life. The National Crimes Against Children Investigators Association (NCACIA) is dedicated to raising awareness about the various forms of child sexual abuse and providing support for victims and their families. This comprehensive guide will help you understand the different types of child sexual abuse, as well as the importance of reporting such incidents to the appropriate authorities.

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NCACIA Training Modules – Child Abuse

NCACIA Training Modules – Child Abuse

NCACIA training via online/virtual or in-person classes related to Child Abuse, Child Abuse Prevention,

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Overcoming Trauma: A Guide for Parents and Children

Overcoming Trauma: A Guide for Parents and Children

As a professional working in the field of child abuse investigations and prevention, I have witnessed the devastating effects of trauma on children and their families. However, I firmly believe that trauma is not a life sentence. With the right support and resources, it is possible for parents and children to heal and move beyond the trauma they have experienced.

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Understanding Sexual Abuse Disclosure as a Process, Not an Event

Understanding Sexual Abuse Disclosure as a Process, Not an Event

As a professional in the field of child crimes investigation and child abuse prevention, it is essential to understand that sexual abuse disclosure is not an event, but a process. This means that when a child discloses sexual abuse, it is a complex process that necessitates sensitivity, understanding, and patience.

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Why Confronting Child Abuse Victims in Front of Their Abuser is Dangerous: Tips for Parents

Why Confronting Child Abuse Victims in Front of Their Abuser is Dangerous: Tips for Parents

It is important to understand that children who have experienced abuse may feel scared, guilty, ashamed, and confused. Confronting them in front of the abuser can intensify these feelings and cause the child to withdraw, become uncooperative, or even recant their allegations. This can severely impact the investigation and make it more difficult to hold the abuser accountable.

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Protecting Children from Grooming: Understanding How Pedophiles Manipulate and Exploit

Protecting Children from Grooming: Understanding How Pedophiles Manipulate and Exploit

Child sexual abuse is a serious and pervasive problem that affects millions of children worldwide. It's essential to understand how pedophiles groom children for sexual abuse to protect children and prevent further victimization. In this article, we will discuss the process of grooming, its warning signs, and ways to protect children.

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Adverse Childhood Experiences: Understanding the Impact of Child Maltreatment

Adverse Childhood Experiences: Understanding the Impact of Child Maltreatment

Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) can have severe and long-lasting impacts on a child's physical, emotional, and social well-being. ACEs can include child physical abuse, child sexual abuse, online sexual exploitation of children, child sex trafficking, Munchausen by proxy, child death, and all other forms of child maltreatment. In this article, we will discuss the effects of ACEs, ways to prevent them, and strategies to support children who have experienced ACEs.

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Child Cognitive Development: Understanding the Importance of Early Childhood Learning

Child Cognitive Development: Understanding the Importance of Early Childhood Learning

Child cognitive development is a critical process by which children acquire knowledge, learn to think, and understand the world around them. In this article, we will discuss the stages of cognitive development, factors that influence cognitive development, and strategies for supporting children's learning and growth.

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Promoting Healthy and Safe Child Sexual Development: Tips for Parents and Caregivers

Promoting Healthy and Safe Child Sexual Development: Tips for Parents and Caregivers

Child sexual development is a natural and important part of a child's growth and development. However, it is important to understand the stages of child sexual development, as well as the risks and challenges associated with it. In this article, we will discuss child sexual development, ways to promote healthy sexual development, and strategies for protecting children from sexual exploitation and abuse.

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Abnormal and Problematic Sexual Behaviors in Children

Abnormal and Problematic Sexual Behaviors in Children

Abnormal and problematic sexual behaviors in children can be a difficult and sensitive topic to discuss. However, it is essential to understand the signs and risk factors associated with these behaviors in order to protect children from harm. In this blog post, we will discuss ten facts about abnormal and problematic sexual behaviors in children, and provide strategies for promoting child safety and protection.

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Understanding Family Dynamics in Homes with Child Physical Abuse

Understanding Family Dynamics in Homes with Child Physical Abuse

Family dynamics play a critical role in the physical abuse of children. When a child is being physically abused at home, it can have devastating effects on their emotional and psychological well-being. In this blog post, we will explore 10 essential facts about family dynamics in homes where children are being physically abused.

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988 Lifeline Pre-Chat Survey

988 Lifeline Pre-Chat Survey

Suicide. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline call or text: 988. 24 hour, toll-free

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Family Dynamics and Child Sexual Abuse: Understanding the Factors at Play

Family Dynamics and Child Sexual Abuse: Understanding the Factors at Play

Family dynamics can play a significant role in homes where children are being sexually abused. In such cases, it is important to understand the various factors that contribute to the abuse and how to address them appropriately without causing the child victim more distress or trauma and simultaneously, supporting the efforts of investigators.

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Teen Line – Crisis Hotline for Youth and Parents

Teen Line – Crisis Hotline for Youth and Parents

"Homeless Youth. Covenant House nineline for homeless youth in the US, Canada and Mexico: 1-800-999-9999. (7 days/week, 1pm - 5pm)"

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The Dark Reality of Child Sexual Trafficking and Its Impact on Family Dynamics

The Dark Reality of Child Sexual Trafficking and Its Impact on Family Dynamics

Child sex trafficking is a heinous crime that involves the exploitation of vulnerable children for the purposes of sexual exploitation. This is a form of child sexual abuse that can have long-lasting effects on the physical, emotional, and psychological well-being of the child victims. In order to combat this issue, it is important to understand the family dynamics that often contribute to child sex trafficking.

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Stop It Now, Get Help Now for the Safety of a Child

Stop It Now, Get Help Now for the Safety of a Child

Concerned for the safety of a child and don’t know what to do? Looking for support on talking with others about your concerns? Need accurate information, guidance and resources? Worried about your own thoughts or behaviors? Browse the sections below to find FREE and CONFIDENTIAL help.

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Child Death Investigations: Understanding the Investigation Process and Best Practices

Child Death Investigations: Understanding the Investigation Process and Best Practices

Child death investigations are some of the most heart-wrenching cases that law enforcement and child welfare professionals encounter. It is essential that these investigations are conducted with the utmost care and diligence to determine the cause of death accurately.

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Understanding Forensic and Medical Interpretation of SANE Evidence

Understanding Forensic and Medical Interpretation of SANE Evidence

As a child abuse investigator, it is critical to understand the role that forensic and medical interpretation plays in the investigation and prosecution of crimes against children. The evidence gathered by a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) during an examination can be instrumental in identifying and holding perpetrators accountable, as well as gathering information that is necessary to support a prosecution effort.

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Hotline for Relationship Abuse

Hotline for Relationship Abuse

We are here to serve all those impacted by relationship abuse 24/7 confidentially. Due to high demand, you may experience longer wait times to connect with a live advocate. If you are unable to wait safely or aren’t ready to call, chat or text — you can search our Local Resources section anytime for resources and support in your area.

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Digital Forensics in Child Abuse Investigations: Uncovering Crucial Evidence

Digital Forensics in Child Abuse Investigations: Uncovering Crucial Evidence

Digital forensics plays an essential role in investigating child physical abuse and child sexual abuse cases. With the increasing use of digital devices, perpetrators are using technology to commit crimes against children, and digital evidence can provide crucial insights into these crimes. This article will explore the various digital forensics methods used in child abuse investigations and how they can aid in bringing perpetrators to justice.

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Texas Health and Human Services Forms

Texas Health and Human Services Forms

HHS forms are used every day to perform tasks such as applying for benefits, contracting to provide goods or services, reporting incidents, declaring end of life wishes, and conducting other business.

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How Social Media Searches Can Help Uncover Evidence in Child Abuse Investigations

How Social Media Searches Can Help Uncover Evidence in Child Abuse Investigations

In the realm of criminal investigations, searching through social media accounts can provide crucial evidence. Investigators can find relevant evidence of communications that are specific to the case, content posts that provide insight into the behavioral psychology of the individuals involved, and metadata that can help prove connections between accounts, devices, locations, and people.

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Family Violence Program Resources

Family Violence Program Resources

If you feel unsafe, getting support can help you understand your options and feel safer. While ending an abusive relationship or seeking help, threats or violence can increase. Some warning signs of increased risk may include jealousy, controlling finances or your movements, isolating you from friends or family, verbal abuse, threats to harm or kill you, and physical abuse including strangulation. To learn more about strangulation prevention, visit the Training Institute on Strangulation Prevention website. You are not alone. There are resources and support to help you. The notice and resources are in accordance with Senate Bill 1325, 88th Legislature, Regular Session, 2023, known as the Natalia Cox Act.

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National Maternal Mental Health

National Maternal Mental Health

Reach out anytime - if you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or if you just need someone to talk to.

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6 Tips for Keeping Children Safe from Online Predators

6 Tips for Keeping Children Safe from Online Predators

Child safety and protection is a crucial issue that requires continuous attention and awareness-raising efforts. With the rise of technology and the internet, keeping children safe from online predators has become a significant concern for parents and guardians. Online predators are individuals who use the internet to prey on children and engage in sexual activities or abuse.

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Human Trafficking Myths, Facts, and Statistics

Human Trafficking Myths, Facts, and Statistics

Human trafficking can happen to anyone but some people are more vulnerable than others. Significant risk factors include recent migration or relocation, substance use, mental health concerns, involvement with the child welfare system and being a runaway or homeless youth. Often, traffickers identify and leverage their victims’ vulnerabilities in order to create dependency.

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Gentle Parenting & Nurturing a Positive Relationship with Your Child

Gentle Parenting & Nurturing a Positive Relationship with Your Child

Gentle parenting is a parenting approach that emphasizes nurturing, empathy, and respect for a child's feelings and needs. It focuses on building a strong, positive relationship between the parent and child, with the aim of raising a happy and emotionally healthy child. In this article, we will explore the principles and benefits of gentle parenting.

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The Dark Side of Online Predators: Grooming, Sextortion, and Child Pornography

The Dark Side of Online Predators: Grooming, Sextortion, and Child Pornography

Online predators use grooming to engage in sextortion, online solicitation of a child for sex, and obtain child pornography. Grooming is the process of building trust and emotional connections with a child to lower their inhibitions and make them more susceptible to sexual exploitation. In this article, we will discuss the ways online predators groom children to exploit them sexually, as well as how grooming leads to sextortion, online solicitation of a child for sex, and obtaining child pornography.

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Labor Trafficking Examples

Labor Trafficking Examples

Below are the kinds of labor trafficking situations that we hear about most frequently on the U.S. National Human Trafficking Hotline. They are by no means the only ways that labor trafficking can occur, but taken together may help you craft your own stories in ways that are realistic and impactful.

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Domestic Violence and Children: The Devastating Impact of Witnessing Abuse

Domestic Violence and Children: The Devastating Impact of Witnessing Abuse

Domestic violence is a serious crime that not only affects the victim but also impacts children who witness it. Children who witness domestic violence are at risk of experiencing short and long-term consequences that can have a significant impact on their overall well-being. In this article, we will discuss the devastating effects of domestic violence on children and what child abuse professionals can do to help.

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Recognizing Labor Trafficking

Recognizing Labor Trafficking

Keeping victims isolated – sometimes physically, sometimes emotionally – is a key method of control in most labor trafficking situations. But that does not mean you never cross paths with someone who is being trafficked. A contractor might notice that a subcontractor’s team appears to be sleeping in unfinished homes, or a suburban mom might learn from a nanny at her local playground that her employer mistreats and threatens her. If you understand how labor trafficking works, you may well be able to help.

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National Survivor of Human Trafficking Study in Spanish

National Survivor of Human Trafficking Study in Spanish

En el camino del peligro: Cómo le fallan los sistemas a los sobrevivientes de la trata de personas (In Harm’s Way: How Systems Fail Human Trafficking Survivors) (Spanish)

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Domestic Violence and Children: What Parents Need to Know

Domestic Violence and Children: What Parents Need to Know

Domestic violence is a serious issue that affects many families. As a parent, it's important to understand the impact that domestic violence can have on your children and what you can do to protect them. In this article, we will discuss what parents need to know about domestic violence and children witnessing domestic violence.

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How Systems Fail Human Trafficking Survivors

How Systems Fail Human Trafficking Survivors

The National Survivor Study (NSS) is a scientifically rigorous research project designed to shed light on the experiences and needs of human trafficking survivors — so that survivors and communities can design effective strategies to fight it. The need for high-quality research in the anti trafficking field cannot be overstated. What research has been done generally relies on secondary sources, including the data set created via the National Human Trafficking Hotline. There remain enormous gaps in our understanding of the problem and therefore, of the solutions.

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Trauma and the Passage of Time: How Child Sexual Abuse Affects Memory Recall

Trauma and the Passage of Time: How Child Sexual Abuse Affects Memory Recall

As a child abuse professional, it is important to understand how trauma and the passage of time can affect a child's ability to recall incidents of child sexual abuse. Children who have experienced trauma may struggle to form and consolidate memories of their abuse. Additionally, as time passes, details may become distorted or forgotten, making it more difficult for children to remember what happened.

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The Impact of Suggestibility in Child Abuse Investigations

The Impact of Suggestibility in Child Abuse Investigations

Child abuse investigations require specialized training and expertise, particularly when it comes to understanding the impact of suggestibility on a child's statement of sexual or physical abuse. Suggestibility refers to the extent to which a child's memory and recall of an event can be influenced by external factors, such as leading questions or suggestive language.

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The Typology of Modern Slavery Defining Sex and Labor Trafficking in the U.S.

The Typology of Modern Slavery Defining Sex and Labor Trafficking in the U.S.

For the last 15 years, people in the modern anti-trafficking field have struggled to identify and disrupt human trafficking networks in the United States. This movement to stop modern slavery has confronted many challenges, and one of the most significant has been the absence of data that shows how human trafficking operates. To eradicate human trafficking networks and help survivors, we must be able to identify and disrupt the manifestations of trafficking in our communities.

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Malicious Coaching in Child Abuse Allegations: What Professionals and Parents Need to Know

Malicious Coaching in Child Abuse Allegations: What Professionals and Parents Need to Know

One factor that both professionals and parents must address when assessing child abuse allegations is the malicious coaching of children to make false allegations of abuse. This behavior can be extremely damaging to both the child and the falsely accused individual, making it essential that we are aware of this issue.

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Now We Know Where to Look for Human Trafficking

Now We Know Where to Look for Human Trafficking

Video: The Typology of Modern Slavery: "Because most of us don't know where to look"

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The Importance of Forensic Interviews in Child Abuse Investigations

The Importance of Forensic Interviews in Child Abuse Investigations

As professionals involved in child abuse investigations, it's crucial to understand what a forensic interview with a child is and how it fits into the context of a child abuse investigation. A forensic interview is an essential tool for investigators who are seeking to gather information from children who may have experienced abuse or witnessed a traumatic event.

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The Crucial Role of Forensic Interviews in Child Abuse Investigations

The Crucial Role of Forensic Interviews in Child Abuse Investigations

Child abuse is a traumatic experience for any victim, but the recovery process is often made more difficult when the victim is interviewed in a manner that does not facilitate a truthful and accurate account of the events that took place. Forensic interviews are a crucial component of child abuse investigations, as they provide a method for obtaining information from children and other vulnerable individuals in a non-threatening and non-coercive way.

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Sex Trafficking and LGBTQ Youth

Sex Trafficking and LGBTQ Youth

Every year, children and young adults are compelled into sex trafficking in the United States. While trafficking affects all demographics, traffickers frequently target individuals who lack strong support networks, are facing financial strains, have experienced violence in the past, or who are marginalized by society. Without adequate community support, youth who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning (LGBTQ) may be at particular risk for sex trafficking. Service providers who work with LGBTQ youth may be in a position to identify, support, and assist LGBTQ youth who have been trafficked.

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Assessing the Truthfulness of a Child’s Statement about Abuse: A Guide for Parents and Professionals

Assessing the Truthfulness of a Child’s Statement about Abuse: A Guide for Parents and Professionals

As a child abuse investigator or concerned parent, assessing a child's statements about abuse can be a sensitive and challenging task. In many cases, these disclosures involve traumatic experiences that can affect the child's memory and behavior, making it difficult to determine the truthfulness of their statements. However, there are some tools and techniques that professionals and parents can use to help assess the credibility of a child's statement and provide support and guidance to ensure the child's safety and well-being.

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EXPOSING SEX TRAFFICKING IN CANTINAS & BARS IN THE U.S.

EXPOSING SEX TRAFFICKING IN CANTINAS & BARS IN THE U.S.

Based on data from Polaris-operated hotlines, just over half of the sex trafficking victims identified in these bars and cantinas are minors; recruited by traffickers eager to target young girls. Both adult and minor victims face unimaginable violence.

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Sex Trafficking in the U.S.: A Closer Look at U.S. Citizen Victims

Sex Trafficking in the U.S.: A Closer Look at U.S. Citizen Victims

The International Labor Organization estimates that there are 4.5 million victims of sex trafficking worldwide.2 While the prevalence of sex trafficking in the United States is still unknown, we do know that women, children, and men are being sold for sex against their will in cities and towns in all 50 states

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Human Trafficking Training

Human Trafficking Training

Compassionate, committed individuals and communities like yours are the most powerful resource there is to prevent and reduce human trafficking. But to leverage your power, you need the best possible information. Take our free introductory course, Human Trafficking 101, to learn what human trafficking really is, how it happens, and how you can be part of the solution.

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Child Sex Trafficking

Child Sex Trafficking

In complex and frightening times, it’s natural that the world seems like a more dangerous place for our children than ever before. Understanding the realities of child sex trafficking will help you to not only keep your own children safe, but to become an effective advocate for the safety of all children and families in your community.

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Love and Trafficking

Love and Trafficking

Ah love …. It is the universal human need, the stuff of songs and sonnets, the subject of libraries of literature and countless works of art. It is also, in the wrong hands, a powerful weapon of exploitation. Indeed, it is the most common weapon used in sex trafficking operations. Contrary to popular misconceptions, sex trafficking rarely begins with kidnapping by a stranger. Instead, sex traffickers groom their victims by using love – romantic love, friendship and familial love – to manipulate them into cooperating in their own exploitation.

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Understanding the Process of Sexual Abuse Disclosure in Children

Understanding the Process of Sexual Abuse Disclosure in Children

It is important for parents and professionals to understand the process of sexual abuse disclosure in children. This knowledge can help them identify signs of abuse and support the child in the best way possible.

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Analysis of Patterns of Denial in Sexual Contact Offenders: A Powerful Tool in Child Abuse Investigations

Analysis of Patterns of Denial in Sexual Contact Offenders: A Powerful Tool in Child Abuse Investigations

As professionals in the field of child abuse investigations, it is crucial that we stay up to date on the latest assessment tools and techniques to effectively assess offenders and ensure justice for victims. One such tool that has been gaining popularity and is making a significant impact in the field is the Analysis of Patterns of Denial in Sexual Contact Offenders (APOD), developed by Dr. Darrel Turner.

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Sex Trafficking Examples

Sex Trafficking Examples

Below are examples of the kinds of sex trafficking situations that we hear about most frequently on the U.S. National Human Trafficking Hotline. They are by no means the only ways that sex trafficking can occur, but taken together may help you craft your own stories in ways that are realistic and impactful.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Recognizing Sex Trafficking

Recognizing Sex Trafficking

Sex trafficking is not something you can see happening across a crowded room. It is not a crime that occurs in an instant, like a kidnapping or carjacking, that a bystander can witness and report. In fact, many people in active sex trafficking situations do not recognize themselves as being victims because they have been expertly groomed by a trafficker to believe they have chosen to participate in commercial sex. Understanding how sex trafficking really works can help families and communities to recognize vulnerable people before they become victims and provide survivors with the support they need to break free, heal and move on with their lives.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Understanding and Investigating Abuse of Vulnerable Populations: The Elderly and Disabled

Understanding and Investigating Abuse of Vulnerable Populations: The Elderly and Disabled

As criminal investigators, we are tasked with protecting vulnerable populations from abuse, neglect, and exploitation. The disabled and elderly populations are particularly vulnerable to abuse due to their physical and mental limitations. In this blog post, we will explore the different types of abuse that vulnerable populations can experience and what investigators should look for when investigating these cases. We will also provide tips for concerned loved ones on how to protect their vulnerable family members and handle these difficult situations when they arise in the most effective and caring way possible.

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Monique Burr Foundation Bullying Series Bystanders and Student Intervention

Monique Burr Foundation Bullying Series Bystanders and Student Intervention

Imagine if there was a simple solution to bullying. Maybe there is. In 85% of bullying incidents at schools, there are other children around, bystanders, watching, and not acting. Now imagine if in those instances those bystanders did act. In 57% of cases when bystanders get involved, the bullying stops within 10 seconds. In other words, bystanders could most likely stop at least half of bullying incidents just by intervening when they see bullying occur.

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Protecting Children with Developmental Delays and Disabilities from Abuse and Neglect

Protecting Children with Developmental Delays and Disabilities from Abuse and Neglect

Children with developmental delays and disabilities are particularly vulnerable to various forms of abuse, including sexual abuse, sexual exploitation, physical abuse, emotional abuse, and medical neglect. The reasons for their vulnerability are complex, but it is important for both professionals in the child abuse field and parents to understand the various ways these children may be targeted for abuse and how to protect them.

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Monique Burr Foundation Bullying Series Adult Intervention

Monique Burr Foundation Bullying Series Adult Intervention

Adults need to intervene to help stop and prevent bullying – it’s too important not to. Although bullying happens frequently, children don’t often report bullying and the consequences are too great to allow it to continue unchecked. Bullying is no longer simply a case of playground harassment or whispering behind each other’s backs. Bullying is now recognized as a significant contributor to youth violence, including homicide, suicide, and “bullycide”, the label now applied to children who commit suicide to escape being bullied.

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Protecting Children with Disabilities: Understanding Sexual Exploitation and Abuse

Protecting Children with Disabilities: Understanding Sexual Exploitation and Abuse

Children with disabilities are a vulnerable population at a higher risk of sexual exploitation and abuse. As child abuse professionals and parents, it is crucial to understand the unique challenges they face and equip ourselves with knowledge to protect them. In this article, we will delve into the sexual exploitation of children with disabilities, including how they are targeted, the grooming tactics used by offenders, barriers to disclosure, and how to recognize signs of abuse in children with disabilities.

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Monique Burr Foundation Why Children Become Bullies

Monique Burr Foundation Why Children Become Bullies

Have you ever wondered why some children become bullies and why a child has become the target of a bully? Is the “why” really that important? Do we care why a bully bullies or why a particular child is targeted? We should! It makes sense that if we know why, we stand a much better chance of not only stopping the behavior, but also preventing it in the first place. Bullies may be kids that are always in trouble. However, often they are good kids that are doing bad things.

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Unveiling the Shadows: Understanding Child Sex Trafficking and Combating Exploitation

Unveiling the Shadows: Understanding Child Sex Trafficking and Combating Exploitation

Child sex trafficking is a heinous crime that exploits the vulnerability of innocent children. As child crimes investigators, it is crucial to understand the risk factors that make children vulnerable, employ effective investigative techniques to locate missing children, and leverage the support of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to combat child sex trafficking. In this blog post, we will delve into these aspects and shed light on the important role of several organizations in the fight against child sex trafficking.

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Monique Burr Foundation Signs Your Child May be the Target of Bullying

Monique Burr Foundation Signs Your Child May be the Target of Bullying

Parents may have a hard time understanding that children don’t often want them, or any other adult, to know they are being bullied or cyberbullied. There are several reasons why children and teens are reluctant to report. Understanding those reasons can help adults become more aware of indicators they need to look for to determine if a child is in fact being bullied or cyberbullied.

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Monique Burr Foundation Bullying Series when Peers are Predators

Monique Burr Foundation Bullying Series when Peers are Predators

Not so long ago we only had to worry about the online threat of strangers. Predators were those from far away who used technology to gain access to our children and subsequently harm them with abuse and exploitation. But times have changed and the digital age has opened up a new world where our children’s peers are now predators as well.

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Protecting At-Risk Minors: Preventing Sex Trafficking and Rebuilding Family Bonds

Protecting At-Risk Minors: Preventing Sex Trafficking and Rebuilding Family Bonds

In this article, we will delve into the statistics that highlight the prevalence of this issue, discuss the criteria that make these children particularly susceptible to trafficking, explore key characteristics that investigators can look for in the child's environment, and provide strategies for parents to restore the bonds of their relationship and respond effectively if their child goes missing.

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Monique Burr Foundation Bullying Series Younger vs. Older Grades

Monique Burr Foundation Bullying Series Younger vs. Older Grades

Children, teens, and tweens all bully other students their own age, but the types of bullying behaviors they exhibit change as they get older. While there are always various strategies used to harass and bully others, it seems that at certain developmental stages specific types of bullying behaviors are more typical than others.

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Enhancing Child Abuse Investigations with Psychological and Behavioral Profiling

Enhancing Child Abuse Investigations with Psychological and Behavioral Profiling

Child abuse investigations and legal proceedings require valuable tools to understand the mindset and actions of perpetrators. Psychological and behavioral profiling has emerged as a significant resource in this realm, offering insights that can contribute to more effective legal strategies. This article delves into the practical use of psychological and behavioral profiling in child abuse cases, its role in courtroom proceedings, and best practices for its application.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Investigative Psychological and Behavioral Profiling Techniques in Crimes Against Children

Investigative Psychological and Behavioral Profiling Techniques in Crimes Against Children

By recognizing and interpreting specific behaviors displayed by child victims, investigators can gather vital corroborative evidence and witness statements that strengthen your cases. In this blog post, we will delve into the behaviors exhibited by child victims of sexual and physical abuse, their relevance in investigations, and the invaluable role of forensic psychologists as experts in the courtroom.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Monique Burr Foundation Bullying 101

Monique Burr Foundation Bullying 101

Bullying is happening everywhere, and it can happen to anyone. In an effort to protect children, it is important to understand the dangers of bullying, cyberbullying, and digital abuse, as well as related indicators, because students often do not report these behaviors.

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Understanding the Precipitating Factors for Child Sexual Abuse: A Guide for Investigators

Understanding the Precipitating Factors for Child Sexual Abuse: A Guide for Investigators

Child sexual abuse is a devastating crime that requires a comprehensive understanding of the precipitating factors associated with offenders. In this blog post, we will explore the different types of child sexual abusers, their associated personality disorders, and the catalytic stressors that contribute to their abusive behaviors. Additionally, we will discuss the risk factors for offenders, child victims, and their families. Understanding these factors is crucial for child abuse professionals in their investigative efforts to uncover the truth and support abuse allegations.

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Monique Burr Foundation Videos about Safety

Monique Burr Foundation Videos about Safety

Youth may wonder why they need personal safety lessons. The truth is: abuse, bullying and digital abuse are dangers faced by many children and teens in the world today. This video explains to kids why personal safety lessons are needed.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Understanding the Precipitating Factors of Child Physical Abuse: An Investigator’s Guide

Understanding the Precipitating Factors of Child Physical Abuse: An Investigator’s Guide

Understanding the Precipitating Factors of Child Physical Abuse: An Investigator's Guide

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Unmasking Sexual Offenders: Propensity Factors for Sexual Abuse in Offenders

Unmasking Sexual Offenders: Propensity Factors for Sexual Abuse in Offenders

Sexual abuse is a deeply distressing crime that can cause profound harm to women and children. As child abuse professionals, it is essential to have a comprehensive understanding of the propensity factors commonly observed in offenders who engage in such heinous acts. By recognizing the behavioral psychology indicators exhibited by these offenders, we can enhance our ability to identify potential risks, intervene effectively, and protect potential victims. In this article, we will explore the propensity factors frequently seen in offenders who sexually abuse women and children, with a focus on the observable behavioral psychology indicators.

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The Psychology of Domestic Abusers and Their Propensity Factors for Violence

The Psychology of Domestic Abusers and Their Propensity Factors for Violence

As law enforcement investigators, your commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of victims of domestic violence is paramount. Understanding the psychology of domestic abusers is crucial for effective investigation and intervention. In this blog post, we will delve into the distorted self-image, emotional need for control, and various psychological factors underlying these offenses. By exploring evidence related to power and control elements, digital devices and communications, as well as behavioral psychology and patterns of speech, we can enhance our understanding of these offenders and shed light on their motivations and behaviors.

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Monique Burr Foundation Child Safety Matters Mobile App

Monique Burr Foundation Child Safety Matters Mobile App

Learn how to better protect children and teens from abuse, bullying, digital dangers, and many other types of victimization that kids face with our “Child Safety Matters” app. Whether you are a parent, caregiver, professional, or other adults passionate about protecting kids, the MBF “Child Safety Matters” app is designed to teach you how to prevent, recognize and respond appropriately to abuse and more.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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The Impact of Pornography on Impulse Control and its Role in Sexual and Violent Offending

The Impact of Pornography on Impulse Control and its Role in Sexual and Violent Offending

Experts in neurobiology and brain function, aim to shed light on a pressing issue that concerns both parents and law enforcement officers: the effects of pornography on the impulse control centers of the brain and its potential role as a catalyst for sexual and violent offending.

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Monique Burr Foundation Help Hotlines

Monique Burr Foundation Help Hotlines

MBF Prevention Education Programs are primary prevention education programs delivered to youth by trained, certified facilitators. Whether you are trying to prevent child victimization from happening, or you are concerned about the safety of a child or teen, there are resources available to assist. If you are in an emergency situation or are in need of family services, please contact your local authorities and/or child protection service agency.

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From Innocence to Exploitation: Understanding Child Pornography and Child Erotica Online

From Innocence to Exploitation: Understanding Child Pornography and Child Erotica Online

This blog post aims to provide valuable insights to both police officers and parents on understanding and combating these crimes. We will explore the definitions of child pornography and child erotica, discuss how investigators become involved in child sexual exploitation cases, examine the types of pornography offenders seek, and offer strategies for parents to protect their children from online predators.

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Monique Burr Foundation Let’s Talk about Prevention Resources Erin’s Law

Monique Burr Foundation Let’s Talk about Prevention Resources Erin’s Law

Thank you for viewing the LET’S TALK ABOUT PREVENTION online learning session: Stolen Innocence. A Personal Story of Abuse, Healing, Advocacy, and the Importance of Prevention featuring Erin Merryn. Below, you will find additional resources that we discussed during the webinar:

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Understanding Paraphilia and Its Connection to Sexual Offending: A Comprehensive Analysis

Understanding Paraphilia and Its Connection to Sexual Offending: A Comprehensive Analysis

Paraphilia is a term used in psychology to describe atypical or deviant sexual interests, fantasies, or behaviors that are recurrent and intense. It is important to note that not all individuals with paraphilic interests engage in criminal behavior or harm others. However, there is a subset of individuals with paraphilias who may pose a risk, particularly when their interests involve sexual abuse or exploitation of women and/or children.

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Monique Burr Foundation Polyvictimization

Monique Burr Foundation Polyvictimization

In our rapidly evolving society, the various forms of abuse and victimization have garnered significant attention, calling for immediate awareness and action. Among the different forms of victimization, polyvictimization stands out due to its complex nature, involving multiple types of victimization.

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Personality Disorders in Child Sexual Abusers: Insights for Child Abuse Professionals

Personality Disorders in Child Sexual Abusers: Insights for Child Abuse Professionals

This blog post aims to provide insights to child abuse professionals and criminal investigators regarding the personality disorders commonly observed in child sexual abusers. By understanding the characteristics of these disorders and their relevance to the dynamics of child sexual abuse, investigators can better identify, investigate, and present evidence to enhance expert testimony during legal proceedings.

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Personality Disorders Displayed in Child Physical Abuse and Domestic Violence

Personality Disorders Displayed in Child Physical Abuse and Domestic Violence

It is important to note that not all child physical abusers or domestic violence batterers have personality disorders, and the presence of a personality disorder does not automatically make someone a perpetrator. However, certain personality disorders may contribute to an increased risk for engaging in abusive behaviors.

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Navigating Recantation and Child Sexual Abuse Accommodation Syndrome: A Comprehensive Guide

Navigating Recantation and Child Sexual Abuse Accommodation Syndrome: A Comprehensive Guide

In the realm of child sexual abuse investigations, recantation and Child Sexual Abuse Accommodation Syndrome (CSAAS) are two interconnected concepts that require careful consideration. Recantation refers to the act of a child or victim retracting their previous disclosure or allegation of abuse, while CSAAS encompasses a set of behavioral and psychological responses often exhibited by child victims of sexual abuse. Let's explore these concepts further and shed light on their complex dynamics.

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Investigating Munchausen by Proxy: Psychological Motivations and Investigative Approaches

Investigating Munchausen by Proxy: Psychological Motivations and Investigative Approaches

This article aims to provide police detectives with insights into the common characteristics observed in these cases, shed light on the psychological motivations behind the offender's actions, and highlight crucial investigative strategies.

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Trauma’s Footprint: Memory Encoding and Behavioral Responses in Sexual Abuse Victims

Trauma’s Footprint: Memory Encoding and Behavioral Responses in Sexual Abuse Victims

This article aims to provide police detectives with insights into the intricacies of trauma, memory encoding, the aftermath of trauma, dissociation, repressed memories, the role of forensic interviewers, and leveraging trauma-related evidence in building a strong case.

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Investigating Juvenile Sexual Offending: Early Intervention and Treatment

Investigating Juvenile Sexual Offending: Early Intervention and Treatment

By delving into the childhood histories, predating factors, signs and symptoms, the likelihood of becoming adult sexual offenders, and the role of pornography, we can gain insights into this unique population and develop effective prevention and intervention strategies.

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Female Sexual Offenders: Unveiling the Silent Crimes

Female Sexual Offenders: Unveiling the Silent Crimes

In this article, we will delve into the behavioral and psychological characteristics of female sexual offenders. By exploring their sociological and environmental histories and understanding the dynamics specific to these cases, we aim to enhance your knowledge and expertise in dealing with female sexual offenders.

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Monique Burr Foundation Teen Dating Violence and Relationship Abuse

Monique Burr Foundation Teen Dating Violence and Relationship Abuse

The teenage years are a time of rapid changes and physical, emotional, and social growth. Our children are often not prepared for these changes, especially when it comes to dating. The term “dating” means different things to different people, but a general definition is “a close relationship between two people.” That relationship could be long term, short term, involve sex or not, be committed or open, or it could be casual or very serious. The important thing to understand is that dating violence and abuse can occur in any type of relationship. Teen dating violence is commonly defined as a pattern of abuse or threat of abuse against a teenaged dating partner. It may include one or more types of abuse: verbal, psychological/emotional, physical, sexual, digital, and/or stalking. Digital violence can include repeated texting or posting sexual pictures of a partner online.

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Partners in Crime: Examining Sex Offenders as Couples

Partners in Crime: Examining Sex Offenders as Couples

In this blog post, we will delve into the characteristics specific to couples involved in sexual offenses, exploring how they become offenders, the psychological disorders that may be present, common traits for profiling purposes, and strategies for interviewing these couples as separate individuals to aid in investigative success.

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Child Abuse Prevention Strategies: Empowering Communities and Schools

Child Abuse Prevention Strategies: Empowering Communities and Schools

In this blog post, we will delve into the alarming statistics surrounding child abuse, explore the red flags in both children and caregivers, highlight the importance of mandatory reporting, and emphasize the significance of teaching children about body safety.

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The Grooming Playbook: Understanding and Exposing the Manipulation of Child Sexual Abusers

The Grooming Playbook: Understanding and Exposing the Manipulation of Child Sexual Abusers

In this blog post, we will delve into the intricate stages of grooming used by child sexual abusers and shed light on the tactics they employ to conceal their true intentions. By understanding these grooming behaviors, we can empower ourselves to identify and intervene, protecting our children from the devastating consequences of sexual abuse.

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Preventing Child Abuse: The Transformative Power of Education

Preventing Child Abuse: The Transformative Power of Education

Understanding the role of education in preventing child abuse and neglect. By understanding the power of knowledge, we can equip ourselves with the tools to protect our children and create a safer world for them to thrive. Let's delve into this crucial subject and explore how education plays a vital role in preventing child abuse.

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Child Abuse in Sports: Recognizing Signs in Athletes and Coaches

Child Abuse in Sports: Recognizing Signs in Athletes and Coaches

As child abuse investigators and professionals, we understand the importance of recognizing the signs, not only in child athletes but also in coaches and sports leaders. By shedding light on this topic and discussing prevention strategies, we can work towards creating safer sporting environments for our children. Let's delve into how we can identify the signs, the role of organizations like SafeSport, and what parents can do to address and prevent abuse.

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From Generation to Generation: The Cycle of Substance Abuse and Maltreatment

From Generation to Generation: The Cycle of Substance Abuse and Maltreatment

Substance abuse, particularly narcotics and alcohol, can have a profound impact on child development, increase the likelihood of physical and sexual abuse, contribute to domestic violence, and perpetuate a cycle of abuse and neglect. In this blog post, we will explore these issues and shed light on the urgent need for intervention and support.

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Stuck in the Past: The Long-Term Mental Health Consequences of Child Abuse

Stuck in the Past: The Long-Term Mental Health Consequences of Child Abuse

In this blog post, we will explore the lasting impact of child abuse on mental well-being, shed light on common psychological consequences, and emphasize the importance of healing and support for survivors.

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Advancing Social and Emotional Learning

Advancing Social and Emotional Learning

The Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning is helping make evidence-based social and emotional learning an integral part of education from preschool through high school.

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CSEFEL: Center on the Social and Emotional Foundations for Early Learning

CSEFEL: Center on the Social and Emotional Foundations for Early Learning

The Center on the Social and Emotional Foundations for Early Learning (CSEFEL) is focused on promoting the social emotional development and school readiness of young children birth to age 5. CSEFEL is a national resource center funded by the Office of Head Start and Child Care Bureau for disseminating research and evidence-based practices to early childhood programs across the country.

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Transforming Lives: Addressing the Impact of Abuse on Foster Care Children

Transforming Lives: Addressing the Impact of Abuse on Foster Care Children

While foster care is intended to provide a safe haven for vulnerable children, it is essential to acknowledge and address the unfortunate reality that abuse can and does occur at alarming rates within this system.

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Supporting Child Abuse Survivors: A Path to Healing and Resilience

Supporting Child Abuse Survivors: A Path to Healing and Resilience

In this blog post, we will explore effective strategies to support child abuse survivors in their healing process, fostering resilience, and promoting their overall well-being.

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Technology’s Role in Combating Child Abuse and Exploitation

Technology’s Role in Combating Child Abuse and Exploitation

In this blog post, we will explore the pivotal role that technology plays in identifying, investigating, and preventing child abuse and exploitation, empowering professionals like you to protect and safeguard children in the digital age.

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Monique Burr Foundation Social-Emotional Learning and Character Development

Monique Burr Foundation Social-Emotional Learning and Character Development

The foundation of all safety education should be instilling good social-emotional skills in children and teens. Learn more from our partner organizations below.

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Divine Guardianship: Taking a Stand Against Abuse in Faith Communities

Divine Guardianship: Taking a Stand Against Abuse in Faith Communities

This blog post delves into the importance of acknowledging and tackling abuse within religious contexts, and how collective efforts can protect children and uphold the values of compassion and love.

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Monique Burr Foundation Summer Safety Matters

Monique Burr Foundation Summer Safety Matters

MBF believes safety is a team effort, so we’ve put together these summer safety tips and talking points to help you better protect your children.

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Monique Burr Foundation Safe Adults

Monique Burr Foundation Safe Adults

Every child needs adults in their life they can talk to if they have been hurt or are concerned about their safety. They need adults they can trust to help keep them safe. And their Safe Adults need to know how to help if a child ever comes to them to report they have been harmed. Read on to learn how you can be a Safe Adult and find additional resources.

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International Child Abuse and Exploitation: Understanding the Global Context

International Child Abuse and Exploitation: Understanding the Global Context

Child abuse and exploitation are grave crimes that transcend borders, affecting children worldwide. It is essential to understand the global context of these issues to effectively address and combat them

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Uniting for Change: The Power of Child Advocacy Organizations

Uniting for Change: The Power of Child Advocacy Organizations

In the fight against child abuse, governments alone cannot bear the burden; non-government organizations (NGOs) and nonprofit organizations play a crucial role in combating and preventing child abuse in its many forms. In this blog post, we will explore the indispensable contributions of these organizations in protecting and supporting vulnerable children, promoting awareness, and driving policy changes to create a safer world for children.

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When Silence is Not an Option: The Importance of Mandatory Reporting

When Silence is Not an Option: The Importance of Mandatory Reporting

This blog post explores the concept of mandatory reporting, its significance, and the legal obligations it places on professionals working with children.

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Monique Burr Foundation Myths vs. Facts Trafficking

Monique Burr Foundation Myths vs. Facts Trafficking

Child trafficking may not always be obvious or easy to recognize and may look different than you’d expect. For example, many people think someone being trafficked begins with them being kidnapped from the park or lured with the promise of a better life, a job, money, etc. While these situations are possible, the truth is trafficking victims are usually coerced by someone they know and trust. According to the Polaris Project, an estimated 28 million individuals are currently being trafficked around the world. To help prevent trafficking, it is vital to separate the facts from the myths. Here are some common misconceptions about trafficking to help you better understand it and prevent it in the future:

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Mobilizing Communities to Combat Child Abuse

Mobilizing Communities to Combat Child Abuse

This blog post explores the pivotal role of community awareness and involvement in identifying, reporting, and preventing child abuse, ensuring that our communities become safe havens for all children.

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Divine Guardianship: Taking a Stand Against Abuse in Faith Communities

Divine Guardianship: Taking a Stand Against Abuse in Faith Communities

This article explores the critical role of religious institutions in addressing child abuse

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Monique Burr Foundation Just for Children and Teens Child Abuse Prevention

Monique Burr Foundation Just for Children and Teens Child Abuse Prevention

Being young in today’s society brings with it challenges and safety concerns your parents never faced. One out of five kids just like you will experience abuse, bullying, cyberbullying, and other online dangers, and you can’t think, “It won’t happen to me.” Kids just like you are victimized every day. I’m sure your parents set rules and guidelines to help keep you safe. But there are also things you can learn to help keep yourself safe. Here are 5 Safety Rules from MBF Prevention Education Programs you can use to help you be successful and stay safe in any situation.

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The way child physical abuse and child sexual abuse are expressed, reported, and investigated can vary significantly based on cultural factors. Understanding these cultural nuances is essential for effective child abuse investigations for a variety of reasons.

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Cyber Civics: Digital Literacy Skills

Cyber Civics: Digital Literacy Skills

Teach your students how to become ethical, safe, and productive digital citizens with our comprehensive digital literacy curriculum for grades 4-8. Dynamic, teacher-led lessons are standards-aligned and CIPA compliant. Designed in the classroom by actual teachers. Loved by homeschoolers too.

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Cyberbullying and Its Effects on Children: Understanding the Psychological Impact

Cyberbullying and Its Effects on Children: Understanding the Psychological Impact

Cyberbullying and Its Effects on Children: Understanding the Psychological Impact

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Monique Burr Foundation A Road Trip to Social Media Safety

Monique Burr Foundation A Road Trip to Social Media Safety

We can all appreciate the wonderful world of social media because it has allowed us to stay connected to old friends, keep up with distant relatives, and bond with people who share the same interests. While no one can deny the positive impact social media has had on global communications, we also cannot deny the threat that it poses to children and teens if not used properly. As life slowly begins to return to normal, digital safety must remain a priority. School is out, summer is in full swing, and from the looks of it, children may not be returning to their normal school schedules in the fall. All of these factors contribute to the heightened risk of kids encountering dangerous and harmful situations online. Just as more time driving a car means more risk of encountering a dangerous driver, more time online means more risk, even if we are being responsible.

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Monique Burr Foundation Cyberbullying and Digital Safety

Monique Burr Foundation Cyberbullying and Digital Safety

Cyberbullying and Digital Safety. Become educated and empowered to help children and teens stay safe using technology

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Monique Burr Foundation Bullying Prevention Month Toolkit 2024

Monique Burr Foundation Bullying Prevention Month Toolkit 2024

Bullying Prevention Toolkit. Educate and protect children and teens from all types of bullying, abuse, and other types of victimization. Toolkit for educators.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Monique Burr Foundation Child Abuse Prevention Toolkit 2025

Monique Burr Foundation Child Abuse Prevention Toolkit 2025

Child Abuse prevention toolkit. An outreach/resource toolkit to help promote child safety in your school and community. Identifying and Responding to Abuse. Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Child Abuse Prevention Month
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Adverse Childhood Experiences: Navigating the Impact on Adult Life

Adverse Childhood Experiences: Navigating the Impact on Adult Life

This blog post explores the far-reaching and long-term effects of ACEs on adult relationships and parenting as we grow into adults.

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The Healing Power of Play Therapy

The Healing Power of Play Therapy

By using toys, art materials, and other symbolic objects, play therapy allows child abuse survivors to reenact and process their traumatic experiences in a way that feels controlled and safe.

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Forensic Interviews and Expert Testimony

Forensic Interviews and Expert Testimony

The Expert Testimony of Forensic Interviewers

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Monique Burr Foundation ACEs, Toxic Stress, and Prevention

Monique Burr Foundation ACEs, Toxic Stress, and Prevention

Adverse Childhood Experiences, Toxic stress & Health Disparities:The Life Course effects of childhood trauma and why prevention must be a leading priority. Includes link to resources.

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Monique Burr Foundation Let’s Talk about Prevention Series

Monique Burr Foundation Let’s Talk about Prevention Series

"Lets Talk about Prevention" (online learning) Stolen Innocence. A personal story of abuse, healing, advocacy & the importance of prevention. Includes links to session resources.

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Monique Burr Foundation Let’s Talk About Thrivers Resources

Monique Burr Foundation Let’s Talk About Thrivers Resources

"Lets Talk about Thrivers". Surprising reasons some kids struggle & others shine.Includes links to session resources.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Monique Burr Foundation Online Courses

Monique Burr Foundation Online Courses

MBF’s free online courses help educate adults on the types of child victimization that impact youth daily. These professional development courses are for any adult: teachers, childcare providers, social workers, counselors, law enforcement officers, healthcare/mental health professionals, youth athletic professionals, parents/caregivers, or anyone who plays a role in protecting youth from harm and nurturing their well-being.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Monique Burr Foundation Prevention Education Programs

Monique Burr Foundation Prevention Education Programs

MBF Prevention Education Programs are comprehensive, evidence-based/evidence-informed primary prevention programs that educate and empower youth with the MBF 5 Safety Rules© and strategies to prevent, recognize, and respond appropriately to bullying, cyberbullying, the four types of child abuse (physical, emotional, sexual, neglect), exploitation, trafficking, and digital dangers. All program lessons are age- and developmentally appropriate and use active learning strategies and reinforcement materials. The programs were developed WITH schools, not FOR schools, to make the best use of existing resources and ensure schools and youth-serving organizations have effective programs that are easy to implement. School-based programs are presented in two comprehensive lessons ranging from 35-55 minutes (or in four shorter lessons) by trained facilitators in classrooms.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
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Catalina Family Resource Center Tour

Catalina Family Resource Center Tour

A video tour of an family resource center at an Arizona high school.

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Children & Youth Strategies for Resilience and Growth

Children & Youth Strategies for Resilience and Growth

Every day may present many opportunities to face challenges, set goals, and seek support for your future. Take responsibility for your growth and future by embracing these 16 practical strategies no matter your age. These strategies can be reinforced by parents and older siblings to promote well-being and establish a strong home environment. Being there for your children and youth is essential to helping them through life.

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National Parent and Youth Helpline

National Parent and Youth Helpline

If you are struggling as a parent, caregiver, child, or youth, the helpline is here as a dedicated resource for those seeking immediate support and guidance 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Whether you are in the midst of a personal challenge or just need someone to talk to, the Helpline’s dedicated specialists are always ready to assist.

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National Center for Youth Law

National Center for Youth Law

NCYL seeks to end the commercial sexual exploitation (CSE) of children and youth - also referred to as child sex trafficking - and support children, youth, families and caregivers affected by CSE experience safety and healing so that they may achieve their goals. We work to research, identify, develop and implement policies and practices that achieve collective systems change.

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Towards a Global Indicator on Unidentified Victims in Child Sexual Exploitation Material

Towards a Global Indicator on Unidentified Victims in Child Sexual Exploitation Material

This is a summary of a longer study called Towards a Global Indicator on Unidentified Victims in Child Sexual Exploitation Material, published by ECPAT International and INTERPOL in February 2018.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Production and Active Trading of Child Sexual Exploitation Images Depicting Identified Victims

Production and Active Trading of Child Sexual Exploitation Images Depicting Identified Victims

The primary objective in this project was to develop knowledge to assist law enforcement in identifying victims of child sexual abuse material and intervening to prevent child sexual exploitation and abuse

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Preventing Secondary Trauma: Strategies for Professionals in Child Abuse Investigations

Preventing Secondary Trauma: Strategies for Professionals in Child Abuse Investigations

Preventing Secondary Trauma: Strategies for Professionals in Child Abuse Investigations

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Supporting Survivors: The Essential Role of Victim Advocates in Abuse Cases

Supporting Survivors: The Essential Role of Victim Advocates in Abuse Cases

The profound importance of victim advocacy for survivors of domestic violence, adult sexual assault, and child abuse cases, exploring its role in empowering survivors, facilitating justice, and advocating for meaningful societal change.

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When the Battlefield is at Home: Navigating Abuse in Military Families

When the Battlefield is at Home: Navigating Abuse in Military Families

Exploring the specific challenges that child abuse and domestic violence present in military families and discuss strategies for identification and intervention.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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The Thin Blue Line and Big Red Flags: Abuse in Police Households

The Thin Blue Line and Big Red Flags: Abuse in Police Households

When domestic violence and/or child abuse occurs within homes of police officers, the situation requires a nuanced understanding of the challenges involved.

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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The Neurobiology of Childhood Trauma: Insights into Brain Development

The Neurobiology of Childhood Trauma: Insights into Brain Development

The intricate relationship between traumatic experiences during childhood and their long-lasting effects on brain development.

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Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
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Unleashing Hope: Animal-Assisted Therapy for Child Abuse Survivors

Unleashing Hope: Animal-Assisted Therapy for Child Abuse Survivors

Exploring the role of Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT) in aiding child abuse survivors, discussing its benefits, potential challenges, and the scientific basis behind its effectiveness.

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From Home to Hell: The Alarming Link Between Abuse and Trafficking

From Home to Hell: The Alarming Link Between Abuse and Trafficking

The Alarming Link Between Abuse and Trafficking

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From Parental Kidnapping to Stranger Abduction: A Comprehensive Guide for Parents

From Parental Kidnapping to Stranger Abduction: A Comprehensive Guide for Parents

This guide focuses on shedding light on the different facets of child abduction, from understanding the motives behind it to providing a comprehensive guide on how parents should respond in the event of an abduction.

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Healing Circles: How Peer Support Groups Aid Child Abuse Survivors

Healing Circles: How Peer Support Groups Aid Child Abuse Survivors

This blog post will delve into the invaluable role that peer support groups play in the healing journey of child abuse survivors.

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Suffering in Silence: How Child Abuse Affects Academic Success

Suffering in Silence: How Child Abuse Affects Academic Success

In this blog post, we delve into the profound impact of child abuse on academic achievement and school performance, shedding light on the challenges faced by affected children and the importance of support systems in mitigating these effects.

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The Minimal Facts Interview: Navigating the Delicate Path of Child Abuse Disclosure

The Minimal Facts Interview: Navigating the Delicate Path of Child Abuse Disclosure

Designed to gather just enough information to establish the need for a more detailed investigation

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HIPAA, Child Advocacy Centers and Multidisciplinary Teams

HIPAA, Child Advocacy Centers and Multidisciplinary Teams

Child Advocacy Centers and Multidisciplinary Teams and it's impact on the work of CAC's and MDT's

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Child Protection in Big Cities: Unpacking the Urban Challenge

Child Protection in Big Cities: Unpacking the Urban Challenge

Talking child abuse in rural communities: Challenges & Solutions

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Child Protection in Big Cities: Unpacking the Urban Challenge

Child Protection in Big Cities: Unpacking the Urban Challenge

In highly populated urban areas, child abuse investigations present a distinct set of challenges, contrasting markedly with those faced in rural settings

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The Overlooked Epidemic

The Overlooked Epidemic

Child Abuse in Indigenous and Native American Populations

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If You See Something, Say Something

If You See Something, Say Something

A Practical Guide for Bystander Intervention in Child Abuse

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NCMEC Take It Down

NCMEC Take It Down

This service is one step you can take to help remove online nude, partially nude, or sexually explicit photos and videos taken before you were 18.

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NCMEC Is Your Explicit Content Out There

NCMEC Is Your Explicit Content Out There

Having nudes or sexually-exploitive images or videos taken when you were a child out there on the internet can be frightening and overwhelming, but there is hope to get it taken down. Survivors often say the process to get images down can be complicated, time consuming or feel invasive, but NCMEC is here to help and you can report the images or videos to our CyberTipline. You can also report the images or videos directly to the companies. On this page you can find tips for both options.

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NCMEC Online Enticement

NCMEC Online Enticement

Online Enticement involves an individual communicating with someone believed to be a child via the internet with the intent to commit a sexual offense or abduction. This is a broad category of online exploitation and includes sextortion, in which a child is being groomed to take sexually explicit images and/or ultimately meet face-to-face with someone for sexual purposes, or to engage in a sexual conversation online or, in some instances, to sell/trade the child’s sexual images. This type of victimization takes place across every platform; social media, messaging apps, gaming platforms, etc.

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NCMEC Resources for Child Sexual Exploitation Survivors and their Families in Spanish

NCMEC Resources for Child Sexual Exploitation Survivors and their Families in Spanish

NCMEC está aquí para ayudar a los sobrevivientes y las familias afectadas por la explotación sexual infantil en línea. Nuestro equipo ofrece asistencia gratuita y apoyo en asuntos legales, proveemos recomendaciones de consejería, identificamos el apoyo en la comunidad y ofrecemos orientación para eliminar el contenido de explotación sexual infantil del internet.

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NCMEC Resources for Child Sexual Exploitation Survivors and their Families

NCMEC Resources for Child Sexual Exploitation Survivors and their Families

NCMEC is here to help survivors and families impacted by online child sexual exploitation. Our team can provide free assistance and support by discussing legal issues, providing counseling recommendations, identifying community support and offering guidance on removing child sexual exploitation content from the Internet.

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NCMEC Cyber Tipline

NCMEC Cyber Tipline

The CyberTipline is the place to report child sexual exploitation. If you believe you or someone you know is a victim of exploitation, we are here to help.

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NCMEC Child Sexual Abuse Material

NCMEC Child Sexual Abuse Material

United States federal law defines child pornography as any visual depiction of sexually explicit conduct involving a minor (a person less than 18 years old). Outside of the legal system, NCMEC chooses to refer to these images as Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) to most accurately reflect what is depicted – the sexual abuse and exploitation of children. Not only do these images and videos document victims’ exploitation and abuse, but when these files are shared across the internet, child victims suffer re-victimization each time the image of their sexual abuse is viewed.

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National Center for Missing & Exploited Children

National Center for Missing & Exploited Children

Information about different types of Sex Trafficking, Risk factors, stats

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Parents and Caregivers: A Community-based Multidisciplinary Approach to Strengthening Families

Parents and Caregivers: A Community-based Multidisciplinary Approach to Strengthening Families

Parents and Caregivers: A Community-based Multidisciplinary Approach to Strengthening Families

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Child Welfare Information Gateway: Casework Practice

Child Welfare Information Gateway: Casework Practice

Casework practice is the engagement of families involved with child welfare and the provision of services to support safe, stable, and permanent homes. By using family-centered, kin-first, trauma-focused, and strength-based approaches, child welfare professionals can best assist families in maintaining their children in their homes and accessing concrete and other supports. Casework practice should center on the diverse identities, needs, and circumstances present in each family and individual.

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6 Tips to Prevent Child Abuse and Neglect This Summer

6 Tips to Prevent Child Abuse and Neglect This Summer

Many students are entering the time of year when they will be without resources provided by schools. Community members are encouraged to help support children and families in need. Below are six ways you can help prevent child abuse and neglect.

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Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs)

Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs)

Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs) both promote optimal child development and mitigate the effects of ACEs and toxic stress. PCEs allow children to form strong relationships and meaningful connections, cultivate a positive self-image and self-worth, experience a sense of belonging, and build skills to cope with stress in healthy ways. By promoting PCEs, families, providers, and communities can support the development of thriving and resilient children.

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Clinical Approaches for Adults with Adverse Childhood Experiences ACEs

Clinical Approaches for Adults with Adverse Childhood Experiences ACEs

Despite the importance of ACEs to long-term health, there is little existing research on screening, case finding, and initial steps clinicians should use after discovering that a patient has a significant ACE history. This section presents some clinical approaches that were developed and found useful by the authors who are clinicians who have sought to integrate ACE information into their patient care for many years.

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Screening & Case Findings for Adverse Childhood Experiences ACEs

Screening & Case Findings for Adverse Childhood Experiences ACEs

Screening and case finding for ACEs, which are designed to uncover past experiences of child maltreatment and other major stressors that occur in childhood, may provide opportunities for intervention and support that may otherwise be overlooked or misinformed. Data from the ACE Study and similar research suggests that one important way to help understand an adult’s health is to understand their ACEs exposure.

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Implementing ACEs Screening into a Pediatric Practice

Implementing ACEs Screening into a Pediatric Practice

When considering a screening protocol in primary care, it is helpful to consider four basic questions: Why am I looking? What am I looking for? How do I find it? What do I do once I’ve found it?

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Evidence-based Child and Adolescent Treatment

Evidence-based Child and Adolescent Treatment

Although there is some evidence for the efficacy of other modalities,1 Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy demonstrates the greatest evidence base for treatment of posttraumatic stress disorder in very young traumatized children2 and treatment of sexual abuse, exposure to domestic violence, and poly-victimization-related PTSD in older children.

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ACEs Changed the Landscape Presentation

ACEs Changed the Landscape Presentation

Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) by Frank W. Putnam, MD. Data on the effects on children.

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ACEs Presentation

ACEs Presentation

Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) by Robert F. Anda, MD, MS.

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AVA Health: Academy on Violence and Abuse

AVA Health: Academy on Violence and Abuse

The AVA is an organization of healthcare professionals dedicated to spreading education and research on the lifelong effects of violence and abuse.

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ACE Study Videos

ACE Study Videos

Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study is the largest and most influential study of the relationship between childhood adversity and long term health. The AVA ACE Study DVD (Published in 2012) contains the most comprehensive description of the ACE Study findings and replications of those findings among a general population sample in Washington State and other similar findings from large nationally representative samples.

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No Hit Zone Toolkit

No Hit Zone Toolkit

No Hit Zone Toolkit: Policies, Training, Materials/Signage. a series of parenting tips designed to address the harms and ineffectiveness of corporal punishment and to share effective parenting alternatives. (English, Spanish or Chinese)

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Social Current: Child Safety Forward Report

Social Current: Child Safety Forward Report

This is the final evaluation report for Child Safety Forward, a four-year demonstration initiative that engaged five sites across the U.S. in research, planning, and implementation around strategies aimed at reducing child injury and fatality from abuse and neglect. The initiative, funded by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and with technical assistance led by Social Current, was launched in October 2019 by the DOJ’s Office for Victims of Crime.

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Child Abuse and Neglect: Diagnosis, Treatment and Evidence – Expert Consult: Online and Print

Child Abuse and Neglect: Diagnosis, Treatment and Evidence – Expert Consult: Online and Print

Child Abuse and Neglect: Diagnosis, Treatment and Evidence focuses attention on the clinical evidence of child abuse to help you correctly diagnose and treat such cases in your own practice. In print and online, this unique, well-illustrated clinical reference provides new insights into the presentation and differential diagnosis of physical abuse and looks at shaken baby syndrome, sex offenders, and abuse in religious organizations, information on the biomechanics of injury, and other factors.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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CASA
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
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Child Abuse and Neglect: Forensic Issues in Evidence, Impact and Management

Child Abuse and Neglect: Forensic Issues in Evidence, Impact and Management

Child Abuse and Neglect: Forensic Issues in Evidence, Impact and Management provides an overview of all aspects of child abuse and neglect, approaching the topic. from several viewpoints. First, child abuse is considered from both victimization and offending perspectives, and although empirical scholarship informs much of the content, there is applied material from international experts and practitioners in the field—from policing, to child safety and intelligence. The content is presented to align with university semester timetables in three parts, including 1) Typologies, methods and platforms for abuse, 2) Impacts and prevention, and (3) Issues surrounding recognition and management of child abuse.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Journal of Pediatric Nursing: The mediating role of nurses’ attitude towards reporting child abuse and neglect

Journal of Pediatric Nursing: The mediating role of nurses’ attitude towards reporting child abuse and neglect

Attitudes play a crucial role in reporting abuse and neglect. • A survey examining reporting tendencies, attitudes, and “gain-loss” thoughts. • The effect of gain-loss on reporting is mediated by attitudes towards reporting.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Child Abuse and Neglect Article: Factors associated with reunification and placement move for children placed in kinship care under the age of thirteen

Child Abuse and Neglect Article: Factors associated with reunification and placement move for children placed in kinship care under the age of thirteen

This paper aims to describe longitudinally the placement trajectory of children placed in kinship care and to identify the factors associated with the type of exit from KC (move to another substitute care setting or reunification).

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Ending the Game – Learn how to Recover from Coercion

Ending the Game – Learn how to Recover from Coercion

Lessons and Descriptions for anyone wanting to become an ETG facilitator. An Intervention Curriculum for Victims of Commercial Sexual Exploitation.

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Ending the Game® : A New Psychoeducational Curriculum for Victims of Commercial Sexual Exploitation

Ending the Game® : A New Psychoeducational Curriculum for Victims of Commercial Sexual Exploitation

This study describes the development and pilot implementation of Ending the GameVR (ETG), a psychoeducational curriculum for victims of CSE. The program follows a peer-support model and is open to youth and adult victims.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Ending the Game – Equine Therapy + Etg!

Ending the Game – Equine Therapy + Etg!

This video highlights survivors of human trafficking experiencing Ending The Game Curriculum blended with Equine Therapy- a unique and special experience facilitated by Home On The Range, North Dakota.

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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What I Carry by Jennifer Longo

What I Carry by Jennifer Longo

What I Carry by Jennifer Longo A young adult, coming-of-age, realistic fiction novel. As Muiriel approaches her 18th birthday and the prospect of aging out of the foster care system, she carries around the emotional weight of her experiences.

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The Limits of Hope: An Adoptive Mother’s Story by Ann Kimble Loux

The Limits of Hope: An Adoptive Mother’s Story by Ann Kimble Loux

The Limits of Hope: An Adoptive Mother’s Story by Ann Kimble Loux This is a personal account that tells of Loux's attempt to raise two adopted sisters and her own three biological children. The adopted girls were removed from their alcoholic biological mother, without the history of the birth parents. The most interesting part is the conclusion, where she suggests alternatives to traditional adoption for the care of troubled older children.

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The Color of Water by James McBride

The Color of Water by James McBride

The Color of Water by James McBride This book tells the story of the author's biracial upbringing and his mother's journey from her Jewish roots to her life as an African American woman. It explores the complexities of identity, race, and family.

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We Are Called to Rise by Laura McBride

We Are Called to Rise by Laura McBride

We Are Called to Rise by Laura McBride This story is told in four distinct voices - an immigrant boy whose family is struggling to assimilate, a middle-aged housewife coping with an imploding marriage and a troubled son, a social worker at home in the darker corners of Las Vegas, and a wounded soldier recovering from an injury he can't remember.

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Brave: A Personal Story of Healing Childhood Trauma by Jayne McConnaughey

Brave: A Personal Story of Healing Childhood Trauma by Jayne McConnaughey

Brave: A Personal Story of Healing Childhood Trauma by Jayne McConnaughey This is Janyne’s story and also a tribute to a therapist and client relationship, working as a team to heal attachment wounds and increasingly tragic memories. Insights into the early wiring of unmet attachment needs as well as dissociative coping mechanisms are integral to this memoir of healing.

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Like Family: Growing Up in Other People’s Houses by Paula McLain

Like Family: Growing Up in Other People’s Houses by Paula McLain

Like Family: Growing Up in Other People’s Houses by Paula McLain A compelling account of growing up as a foster child describing how she and her two sisters were abandoned by their parents, her next fourteen years in a series of temporary homes, and the impact of the continual dislocations, confusions, and sometimes pleasures of her unrooted life.

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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So You Want to Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo

So You Want to Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo

So You Want to Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo The book provides advice for readers when discussing race-related subjects, such as how to avoid acting defensive or getting off-topic. Statistics are used to support the book's arguments.

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A Chance in the World by Steve Pemberton

A Chance in the World by Steve Pemberton

A Chance in the World by Steve Pemberton This book is about a boy who spends eleven years in foster care being mentally and physically abused by his foster family. Desperate for a sense of family and belonging, Steve searches for his biological parents.

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The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog by Bruce Perry

The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog by Bruce Perry

The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog by Bruce Perry, PhD Through the stories of children who recover-physically, mentally, and emotionally-from the most devastating circumstances, Perry shows how simple things like surroundings, affection, language, and touch can deeply impact the developing brain, for better or for worse.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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What Happened to You? by Bruce Perry and Oprah Winfrey

What Happened to You? by Bruce Perry and Oprah Winfrey

What Happened to You? by Bruce Perry, PhD and Oprah Winfrey The book tells the story of how adverse childhood experiences cause deep emotional scars, impact brain development, our personalities, and our behaviours, and are a powerful predictor of our risk for physical and mental health problems later in life.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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The Connected Child by Karyn B. Purvis, David R. Cross, and Wendy Lyons Sunshine

The Connected Child by Karyn B. Purvis, David R. Cross, and Wendy Lyons Sunshine

The Connected Child by Karyn B. Purvis, PhD, David R. Cross, PhD and Wendy Lyons Sunshine This book provides the parents of adopted at risk children easy to follow practical advice on how to handle behavior problems in a calm, gentle and effective manner.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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The Connected Parent by Karyn B. Purvis, PhD and Lisa Qualls

The Connected Parent by Karyn B. Purvis, PhD and Lisa Qualls

The Connected Parent by Karyn B. Purvis, PhD and Lisa Qualls This book highlights the need for parents to understand and care for themselves while providing their children with the comfort and joy they desperately need.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Abusive Policies-How the American Child Welfare System Lost Its Way by Mical Raz

Abusive Policies-How the American Child Welfare System Lost Its Way by Mical Raz

Abusive Policies-How the American Child Welfare System Lost Its Way by Mical Raz Examines this history of child abuse policy and charts how it changed since the late 1960s, specifically taking into account the frequency with which agencies removed African American children from their homes and placed them in foster care. Highlighting the rise of Parents Anonymous and connecting their activism to the sexual abuse moral panic that swept the country in the 1980s.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Three Little Words by Ashley Rhodes-Courter

Three Little Words by Ashley Rhodes-Courter

Three Little Words by Ashley Rhodes-Courter This memoir tells the heartbreaking and inspiring story of Ashley Rhodes-Courter's childhood in the foster care system. With only three little words, "I love you," she learns to navigate the challenges and hardships she faces, ultimately finding her own voice and strength.

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Three More Words by Ashley Rhodes-Courter

Three More Words by Ashley Rhodes-Courter

Three More Words by Ashley Rhodes-Courter This is the author's sequel to "Three Little Words". This memoir expands on life beyond the foster care system, the joys and heartbreak with the family she has created, and her efforts to make peace with her past.

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A Private Family Matter by Victor Rivas Rivers

A Private Family Matter by Victor Rivas Rivers

A Private Family Matter by Victor Rivas Rivers The author recounts his upbringing in the shadow of a father who abused the author, his mother, and his siblings, discussing the writer's work as an activist, his recommendations for community intervention, and his struggles with his own anger.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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The Grown-Up’s Guide to Teenage Humans: How to Decode Their Behavior, Develop Unshakable Trust, and Raise a Respectable Adult by Josh Shipp

The Grown-Up’s Guide to Teenage Humans: How to Decode Their Behavior, Develop Unshakable Trust, and Raise a Respectable Adult by Josh Shipp

The Grown-Up’s Guide to Teenage Humans: How to Decode Their Behavior, Develop Unshakable Trust, and Raise a Respectable Adult by Josh Shipp Stressing the need for mutual respect, trust, and encouragement, Josh Shipp identifies three key mindsets crucial to understanding teens. He breaks down the distinct phases of teenage life, examining the challenges at each phase, and offers revelatory stories that take us deep inside the teen brain.

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The Whole Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child’s Developing Mind by Daniel Siegel and Tina Bryson

The Whole Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child’s Developing Mind by Daniel Siegel and Tina Bryson

The Whole Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child’s Developing Mind by Daniel Siegel and Tina Bryson A parenting book that provides insights and practical strategies to help parents nurture and develop their child's brain, foster emotional intelligence, and promote overall well-being.

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Foster Placements: Why They Succeed and Why They Fail by Ian Sinclair

Foster Placements: Why They Succeed and Why They Fail by Ian Sinclair

Foster Placements: Why They Succeed and Why They Fail by Ian Sinclair The authors discuss the primary concerns in foster placement planning, considering the high frequency of placement breakdowns, their impact on the child's behaviour and school performance, and the challenges this places on foster families.

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The Butterfly Garden by Chip St. Clair

The Butterfly Garden by Chip St. Clair

The Butterfly Garden by Chip St. Clair: reveals St. Clair's struggle to piece together his haunted past before it consumes him and shares his inspiring metamorphosis from victim to victim's advocate.

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Ending the Game – Who Are You Calling A Victim?

Ending the Game – Who Are You Calling A Victim?

While “victim” is a fitting term according to legal definitions of what these women have endured, it is a label that each person has to acknowledge for their self along their own healing journey. And, more importantly, it’s a self-label that we hope will soon be replaced by a more empowering word (i.e. “survivor”) after a person has gained valuable insights, resources, community and hard-won progress on their journey to recovery.

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How Do Human Trafficking Survivors Assess Recovery?

How Do Human Trafficking Survivors Assess Recovery?

Anyone who has survived human trafficking can tick the first two boxes (victim and survivor). It all starts with being a victim and once you get out of the sex industry, you emerge a survivor and start to thrive in your new life. But when you’ve survived the horrors of commercial sexual exploitation (CSE), in a world where human trafficking is the norm, your new normal may be far from enabling you to be a thriver.

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Coercion In Human Trafficking (Pt. 2)

Coercion In Human Trafficking (Pt. 2)

There is no doubt that victims of human trafficking suffer significant pain and trauma. But most keep going back to their traffickers. That’s how human traffickers make a living. Many victims start out by consenting to offers that traffickers make without realizing how they will be exploited.

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Coercion In Human Trafficking (Pt. 1)

Coercion In Human Trafficking (Pt. 1)

What is coercion and how does it play such a critical role in human trafficking?

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Darkness to Light – Honest Conversation: Keeping Hispanic Kids Safe/ Manteniendo a los niños hispanos seguros

Darkness to Light – Honest Conversation: Keeping Hispanic Kids Safe/ Manteniendo a los niños hispanos seguros

Prevention strategies and best practices for Hispanic survivors.

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Darkness to Light – Honest Conversations: Supporting Parents & Caregivers in the Hispanic Community

Darkness to Light – Honest Conversations: Supporting Parents & Caregivers in the Hispanic Community

Honest Conversations: Supporting Parents & Caregivers in the Hispanic Community to prevent child sexual abuse

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Honest Conversations: Protecting Children in Foster Care and Adoption

Honest Conversations: Protecting Children in Foster Care and Adoption

In this Honest Conversation, Tanyelle Gill, the Senior Director of Marketing and Development, hosted a discussion with three experts to delve into the topic of child sexual abuse for foster and adopted children, and how to support them and the families that welcome them into their homes.

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Honest Conversations: Protecting Children in the LGBTQ+ Community

Honest Conversations: Protecting Children in the LGBTQ+ Community

Darkness to Light is committed to the safety of ALL children, including our most vulnerable youth. And that is why Katelyn Brewer, President and CEO, led an Honest Conversation about child sexual abuse in the LGBTQ+ community—because ALL kids deserve to be safe from harm.

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A Parents’ Guide to Selecting Youth Serving Organizations

A Parents’ Guide to Selecting Youth Serving Organizations

Organizations should be ready and willing to talk about their prevention measures. Following are some proactive questions to help you start the conversation.

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The Issue of Child Sexual Abuse – Darkness to Light

The Issue of Child Sexual Abuse – Darkness to Light

The Issue of Child Sexual Abuse. What is Child Sexual Abuse?

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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TBRI Podcast in Spanish

TBRI Podcast in Spanish

TBRI Podcasts in Spanish

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Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI): A Systemic Approach to Complex Developmental Trauma

Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI): A Systemic Approach to Complex Developmental Trauma

Children and youth who have experienced foster care or orphanage-rearing have often experienced complex developmental trauma, demonstrating an interactive set of psychological and behavioral issues. Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) is a therapeutic model that trains caregivers to provide effective support and treatment for at-risk children. TBRI has been applied in orphanages, courts, residential treatment facilities, group homes, foster and adoptive homes, churches, and schools. It has been used effectively with children and youth of all ages and all risk levels. This article provides the research base for TBRI and examples of how it is applied.

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Weighted Items – Tools for Helping Children Learn to Regulate

Weighted Items – Tools for Helping Children Learn to Regulate

Weighted items provide safe, calming, deep pressure for persons experiencing anxiety, distress, restlessness, and difficulties with attention and executive control. These items include blankets, vests, dolls, and other soft items that are filled with heavy beads or pellets to add extra weight to them. We have successfully used weighted blankets, weighted vests, weighted dolls, and weighted teddy bears in our work for over fifteen years, as a way to help children and teens learn to self-manage their emotions and behavior.

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KPICD TBRI Practitioner Training

KPICD TBRI Practitioner Training

TBRI Practitioner Training Description

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KPICD TBRI Research

KPICD TBRI Research

TBRI Evidence Based Research

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Hope Connection Camp

Hope Connection Camp

Hope Connection 2.0 is a therapeutic camp for adopted children and their families. Derived from The Hope Connection, the original TBRI summer camp created by Dr. Karyn Purvis and Dr. David Cross in the late 1990’s, Hope Connection 2.0 is designed to meet the needs of the entire family, from parents to adopted children to adoptive siblings. Families will learn to better connect with one another, understand and meet needs, and regulate behavior in the context of relationships.

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TBRI® An Overview: Putting the Pieces Together

TBRI® An Overview: Putting the Pieces Together

TBRI® An Overview: Putting the Pieces Together

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TBRI® for Autism Spectrum Disorder

TBRI® for Autism Spectrum Disorder

TBRI® for Autism Spectrum Disorder

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The TBRI Podcasts

The TBRI Podcasts

The TBRI Podcast

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Transforming Cultures of Care and CSEY

Transforming Cultures of Care and CSEY

Trauma Informed Care and CSEY

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TBRI Trust-Based Relational Intervention

TBRI Trust-Based Relational Intervention

About TBRI

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TBRI Children’s Books

TBRI Children’s Books

While most of our resources are geared towards parents, caregivers or professionals, we’re pleased to also provide a special resource for children. Cindy R. Lee of The HALO Project is the author of a series of children’s books based on TBRI® Life Values. These engaging stories are designed to promote connection and teach skills to all children, but are particularly helpful for children from hard places.

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Meet the new Children of the Night

Meet the new Children of the Night

Informational video about the Children of the Night organization and what they do.

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The Pimp And His Game by Dr. Lois Lee

The Pimp And His Game by Dr. Lois Lee

Children of the night presents: "The Pimp and His Game".

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Children of the Night Mission and Phone Number

Children of the Night Mission and Phone Number

Children of the Night 24/7 hotline: 1-800-551-1300

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Economic Empowerment Survey Brief – Human Trafficking

Economic Empowerment Survey Brief – Human Trafficking

Economic Empowerment survey of Human Trafficking Survivors

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Human Trafficking Near Public Schools in Houston

Human Trafficking Near Public Schools in Houston

Human trafficking near public schools: Houston Analysis

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Human trafficking near public schools: Policy solutions and next steps

Human trafficking near public schools: Policy solutions and next steps

Human trafficking near public schools: Policy solutions and next steps

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Human Trafficking Near Texas Public Schools

Human Trafficking Near Texas Public Schools

Analysis about Human Trafficking Near Texas public schools.

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Map: Human Trafficking Near Public Schools

Map: Human Trafficking Near Public Schools

Interactive Map showing suspected Human Trafficking businesses near Public Schools

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American Daughter: A Memoir by Stephanie Thorton Plymale

American Daughter: A Memoir by Stephanie Thorton Plymale

American Daughter: A Memoir by Stephanie Thorton Plymale This memoir chronicles a childhood of hunger, neglect and homelessness, living in cars and between foster homes, forever thrown into chaos by a mentally ill mother.

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A Question of Balance: Decision Making for CASA’s by Janet Ward

A Question of Balance: Decision Making for CASA’s by Janet Ward

A Question of Balance: Decision Making for CASA’s by Janet Ward This short easy to read book lays the groundwork for successful child advocacy. It contains content that volunteers need throughout the life of the case and will use in different ways.

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From Foster Care to the White House by Terrence K Williams

From Foster Care to the White House by Terrence K Williams

From Foster Care to the White House by Terrence K Williams The poignant and triumphant story of Terrence K. Williams, who was born into nothing; neglected, starved, abused, and beaten, a product of the foster home system. He grew up without a table to sit at, let alone food to eat, yet today is endeared by millions of fans and followers...and welcomed at the White House.

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Alphabet Kids by Robbie Woliver

Alphabet Kids by Robbie Woliver

This comprehensive, easy-to-read, go-to guide will help parents to sort through all the interconnected childhood developmental, neurobiological and psychological disorders and serve as a roadmap to help start the families' journey for correct diagnoses, effective treatment and better understanding of their Alphabet Kids.

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Children’s Advocacy Centre FAQs

Children’s Advocacy Centre FAQs

FAQs regarding what takes place when a child comes to the Children's Advocacy Centre

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CASA

CASA

What is CASA and description of other specialized CASA services.

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What is Psychological Abuse of a Child?

What is Psychological Abuse of a Child?

what is psychological abuse (Website Health Place)

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Courtesy CASA Program FAQs What is the Courtesy CASA Program

Courtesy CASA Program FAQs What is the Courtesy CASA Program

Downloadable document with FAQs about the Courtesy CASA Program at Child Advocates of Fort Bend

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Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: A Primer for Child Welfare Professionals

Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: A Primer for Child Welfare Professionals

Trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy

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Parenting a Child Who Has Experienced Trauma

Parenting a Child Who Has Experienced Trauma

Parenting a child with trauma

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Children’s Advocacy Centre : Services Offered

Children’s Advocacy Centre : Services Offered

Children's Advocacy Center, services offered: Victim and Family Advocacy, Therapy, Case Management, Medicals, Criminal Court Advocacy, Multi-Disciplinary Team Enhancement (MET), Mentor Program

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Responding to Child Abuse and Neglect

Responding to Child Abuse and Neglect

how to respond to child abuse and neglect-article and links to other sources (Website Kaplan Learning Center)

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Responding to Child Victims of Human Trafficking – Texas

Responding to Child Victims of Human Trafficking – Texas

Responding to child victims of human trafficking Texas

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ACEs: Long Lasting Effects

ACEs: Long Lasting Effects

ACEs information: long lasting effects

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How You Can Help Someone Who Is Being Abused or Neglected

How You Can Help Someone Who Is Being Abused or Neglected

How you can help someone being abused or neglected tip sheet for children 10 and up

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Dispelling the Myths: Female-Perpetrated Sexual Abuse

Dispelling the Myths: Female-Perpetrated Sexual Abuse

dispelling myths female perpetrated sexual abuse (Website Psychology Today)

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Separating Poverty from Neglect

Separating Poverty from Neglect

Neglect happens when a parent or caregiver does not provide food, clothing, shelter, medical care, or supervision to the degree that the child’s health, safety, and well-being are threatened with harm. Providing families with economic assistance or concrete supports, such as food, housing, or childcare, can build protective factors and decrease the risk of neglect for children. Families experiencing poverty are more likely to be reported for child neglect. Use these resources to learn effective prevention and early intervention strategies to reduce the risk of neglect and involvement with the child welfare system.

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Cyber Tip Line for Missing Children

Cyber Tip Line for Missing Children

cyber tip line/reporting exploitation and data (Website National Center for Missing and Exploited Children website)

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Leaving Your Child Home Alone

Leaving Your Child Home Alone

Leaving your child home alone and considerations (also in Spanish)

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Protective Factors Conversation Guides

Protective Factors Conversation Guides

What are protective factors conversation guides

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Immunity for Persons Who Report Child Abuse and Neglect – Texas

Immunity for Persons Who Report Child Abuse and Neglect – Texas

Texas Family Code 261.106: Immunity for persons who report child abuse and neglect - Texas

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National Foster Care Month 2024

National Foster Care Month 2024

Mariana's Story about her experience in Foster Care

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Long-Term Consequences of Child Abuse and Neglect (Spanish)

Long-Term Consequences of Child Abuse and Neglect (Spanish)

Information on long-term consequences of Child Abuse and Neglect (Spanish)

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Long-Term Consequences of Child Abuse and Neglect

Long-Term Consequences of Child Abuse and Neglect

Information on long-term consequences of Child Abuse and Neglect (English)

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
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Supporting Young Parents in Foster Care

Supporting Young Parents in Foster Care

Video: Supporting parents of young people transitioning out of Foster Care

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Parenting Children and Youth Who Have Experienced Abuse or Neglect

Parenting Children and Youth Who Have Experienced Abuse or Neglect

Information on Parenting children and youth who have experienced abuse or neglect

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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My Body Belongs To Me [Animated Short Film]

My Body Belongs To Me [Animated Short Film]

My Body Belongs to Me video for young children

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Child Builders Professional Development Catalog

Child Builders Professional Development Catalog

catalog of professional development trainings available

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Child Builders Stand Strong • Stay Safe – Early Childhood

Child Builders Stand Strong • Stay Safe – Early Childhood

Stand Strong - Stay Safe early childhood curriculum training

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Child Builders Stand Strong • Stay Safe – Elementary

Child Builders Stand Strong • Stay Safe – Elementary

Stand Strong - Stay Safe elementary curriculum training

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Child Builders – Keeping Children Safe in a Troubled World

Child Builders – Keeping Children Safe in a Troubled World

Webinar about Keeping Children Safe in a Troubled World

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Find Treatment for Mental Health and Substance Abuse

Find Treatment for Mental Health and Substance Abuse

Substance abuse and Mental Health Treatment services locator.

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Promoting Self-Regulation in Adolescents and Young Adults: A Practice Brief

Promoting Self-Regulation in Adolescents and Young Adults: A Practice Brief

This brief reviews the importance of self-regulation for adolescents and young adults and provides guidelines for supporting self-regulation development for 14 to 25-year-olds

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CDC Violence Prevention Social Norms

CDC Violence Prevention Social Norms

Social Norms - values, beliefs, attitudes and/or behaviors shared by a group of people.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
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CDC Violence Prevention – Principles of Prevention

CDC Violence Prevention – Principles of Prevention

Principles of Prevention. Free Video training. Learn how the Principles of Prevention (POP) can be implemented at the individual, relationship, community, and societal levels.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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CDC Veto Violence – Violence Prevention

CDC Veto Violence – Violence Prevention

Violence Prevention. VetoVille is an interactive activity demonstrating issues related to violence in our communities.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
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ACEs – Informed Approach

ACEs – Informed Approach

ACEs - informed approach information and definition

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Advocating for Youth with Disabilities

Advocating for Youth with Disabilities

Advocating for youth with disabilities

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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Aged Out: Stories that Built Us

Aged Out: Stories that Built Us

Aged Out: stories that built us

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Preparing Foster Youth For Adulting: Interview with Deborah Santiago

Preparing Foster Youth For Adulting: Interview with Deborah Santiago

Preparing foster youth for adulting: interview with Deborah Santiago

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CASA on the Go: Advocating for Healthy Relationships

CASA on the Go: Advocating for Healthy Relationships

Topics include: Advocating for healthy relationships, educational advocacy, the impact of gender norms, understanding and undoing disproportionality

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Protective Factors: Engaging Youth in Foster Care (Part 2)

Protective Factors: Engaging Youth in Foster Care (Part 2)

Engaging youth in foster care

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Adoption, Runaway: The Story of One Child’s Reality

Adoption, Runaway: The Story of One Child’s Reality

Emma Williams, a woman who was in and out of several foster homes, shelters, and adoptive family situations in her life, will give you amazing insight into the sometimes hard realities facing children in foster care.

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Two Models of Parenting: the Carpenter vs the Gardener

Two Models of Parenting: the Carpenter vs the Gardener

Two models of parenting: the carpenter vs the gardener

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The Perpetual Trauma of Child Sexual Abuse (Isn’t What You Think)

The Perpetual Trauma of Child Sexual Abuse (Isn’t What You Think)

The perpetual trauma of child sexual abuse (isn’t what you think)

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Adolescents
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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
Parenting Guidelines
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Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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Trauma and TBRI

Trauma and TBRI

Trauma and TBRI

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Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
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Kinship Care Professionals Training Series

Kinship Care Professionals Training Series

Kinship Care Professionals Training Series

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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5 Safety Rules

5 Safety Rules

5 Safety Rules (ages 5-10)

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Adolescents
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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
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Parents: Parent Child Relationship

Parents: Parent Child Relationship

We can Prevent child sexual abuse. Keeping children safe from abuse and neglect is a top priority for parents. Your relationship with your child is a life-long process

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Movies and Documentaries Related to Abuse

Movies and Documentaries Related to Abuse

List of movies and documentaries related to abuse. Platforms: Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, iTunes, YouTube, HBO Go, HBO Now, Google Play, Vudu, Tubi TV

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Adverse Childhood Experience: Implications for Policymakers and Practitioners

Adverse Childhood Experience: Implications for Policymakers and Practitioners

This Webinar reviews the science of childhood trauma, and the prevalence of childhood experiences that can create it.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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An Overview of Children with Problematic Sexual Behavior

An Overview of Children with Problematic Sexual Behavior

An overview of children with problematic sexual behavior

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Fight against Human Trafficking

Fight against Human Trafficking

Be the one in the fight against human trafficking.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Center for Child Protection Series: Talking with Children about Safety from Sexual Abuse

Center for Child Protection Series: Talking with Children about Safety from Sexual Abuse

Center for Child Protection Series: Talking with Children about Safety from Sexual Abuse

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Child Sexual Abuse: What Investigators Need to Know

Child Sexual Abuse: What Investigators Need to Know

What investigators need to know about child sexual abuse.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
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Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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Anxiety Disorders in Children

Anxiety Disorders in Children

Anxiety disorders in children

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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The Effects of Prenatal Methamphetamine Exposure

The Effects of Prenatal Methamphetamine Exposure

The effects of prenatal methamphetamine exposure

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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The Family First Act: What Juvenile Justice Advocates Need to Know

The Family First Act: What Juvenile Justice Advocates Need to Know

The Family First Act: What Juvenile Justice Advocates Need to Know; a webinar highlighting the services and resources that the landmark law provides to support youth involved with the justice system. An overview the Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital initiative to improve the quality of care of infants with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome.

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Infants with Prenatal Substance Exposure

Infants with Prenatal Substance Exposure

Infants with Prenatal Substance Exposure

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How Childhood Trauma affects Health across a Lifetime

How Childhood Trauma affects Health across a Lifetime

How childhood trauma affects health across a lifetime

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
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Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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Texas Statutes Search including Texas Family Code

Texas Statutes Search including Texas Family Code

The statutes including the Texas Family Code can be searched here.

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Social Media, Cyberbullying and Online Safety Glossary

Social Media, Cyberbullying and Online Safety Glossary

Social media, cyberbullying and online safety glossary

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CDC Cardiff Violence Prevention Model Toolkit

CDC Cardiff Violence Prevention Model Toolkit

Violence is preventable when everyone plays their part. Partnerships between hospitals, law enforcement agencies, health departments, and community organizations can help communities better understand where violence is happening and create collaborative solutions. Get what you need to introduce the Cardiff Violence Prevention Model in your community.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
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CDC National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey (NISVS)

CDC National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey (NISVS)

The National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey (NISVS) is an ongoing survey that collects the most current and comprehensive national- and state-level data on intimate partner violence, sexual violence, and stalking victimization in the United States. CDC developed NISVS to collect data on these important public health problems and enhance violence prevention efforts.

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CDC About Violence Against Children and Youth Surveys

CDC About Violence Against Children and Youth Surveys

Violence Against Children and Youth Surveys (VACS) are household surveys that measure sexual, physical, and emotional violence against children and youth aged 13-24. Violence in childhood is linked to lasting negative effects on health and well-being. VACS has been conducted in over 25 countries, providing robust data to inform prevention.

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CDC About Youth Violence

CDC About Youth Violence

Youth violence is a serious public health problem. Youth violence can have long-term impacts on health, opportunity, and well-being.

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CDC About Sexual Violence

CDC About Sexual Violence

Sexual violence is a significant problem in the United States. Sexual violence has a profound impact on lifelong health, opportunity, and well-being.

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CDC About Intimate Partner Violence

CDC About Intimate Partner Violence

Intimate partner violence is a significant public health issue. Intimate partner violence has a profound impact on lifelong health, opportunity, and well-being.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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CDC About Violence Prevention

CDC About Violence Prevention

Violence is an urgent public health problem. CDC’s goal is to stop violence before it begins. Prevention requires understanding the factors that influence violence. CDC uses the social-ecological model to gain a deeper understanding of violence and the impact of prevention strategies.

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CDC About The Public Health Approach to Violence Prevention

CDC About The Public Health Approach to Violence Prevention

The focus of public health is on the health, safety, and well-being of entire populations. A public health approach strives to provide the maximum benefit for the largest number of people. The public health approach, rooted in the scientific method, can be applied to prevent violence as a four-step process.

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CDC Preventing Child Abuse and Neglect

CDC Preventing Child Abuse and Neglect

Child abuse and neglect affects countless families across the country, regardless of geography, ethnicity, or income. Adverse Childhood Experiences can not only harm a child while young, but have a significant impact on social and health issues later in life as an adult. Thankfully, safe, stable, nurturing relationships and environments are shown to help families thrive and prevent child abuse and neglect.

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CDC We All Have A Role in Preventing ACEs

CDC We All Have A Role in Preventing ACEs

These trainings will help you understand, recognize, and prevent ACEs. Get the insights you need to create healthier, happier childhoods for kids today and bright futures for adults tomorrow.

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CDC Maltreatment, Violence, and Self-Injury in Children with Disabilities

CDC Maltreatment, Violence, and Self-Injury in Children with Disabilities

Although children with disabilities are no more aggressive than other children, they may have an increased chance of being victims of bullying, abuse, and neglect.

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CDC Safety Plan Considerations for Child with a Disability

CDC Safety Plan Considerations for Child with a Disability

There are steps that you, as a parent or caregiver of a child with a disability, can take to keep him or her safe.

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CDC Developmental Disability Basics

CDC Developmental Disability Basics

Developmental disabilities are a group of conditions due to an impairment in physical, learning, language, or behavior areas. These conditions begin during the child's developmental period, may impact day-to-day functioning, and usually last throughout a person's lifetime. Most developmental disabilities begin before a baby is born, but some can happen after birth because of injury, infection, or other factors.

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CDC Tips for Parents

CDC Tips for Parents

This portal provides the latest information and resources to help parents raise healthy children. It is organized to provide information on topics relevant to children at different ages, making it easy to find the information you need.

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CDC Essentials for Parenting Teens

CDC Essentials for Parenting Teens

Essentials for Parenting Teens is a free online resource for parents and caregivers of youth between ages 11 and 17. These resources and tools were developed after extensive expert research and application to provide the tools to build positive parent-teen relationships.

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CDC Information About Teens (Ages 12-19)

CDC Information About Teens (Ages 12-19)

As a parent of a teen, you are beginning to see your child become an adult. These are critical years that will affect their current and future health. These links will help you learn how to guide your teen to become a healthy and productive adult.

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CDC Resources for Child Development

CDC Resources for Child Development

Free materials and multimedia on child development for families. Resources for Child Development, Positive Parenting Tips, "Learn the Signs. Act Early" Program.

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CDC Healthy Habits: Child Development

CDC Healthy Habits: Child Development

Parenting. Healthy Habits: Child Development.

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CDC National Violent Death Reporting System

CDC National Violent Death Reporting System

National Violent Death Reporting System (NVDRS) collects information about violent deaths including homicides, suicides, and deaths caused by law enforcement acting in the line of duty.

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CDC Infant Health Statistics

CDC Infant Health Statistics

Infant Health - Statistics on Health, Insurance, causes of death, etc.

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CDC Adolescent Health Statistics

CDC Adolescent Health Statistics

Adolescent Health - Statistics (for ages 12-17 years old) on Health, Insurance, causes of death, etc.

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CDC Child Health Statistics

CDC Child Health Statistics

Child Health - Statistics (for ages 0-11 years old) on Health, Insurance, causes of death, etc.

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Child Maltreatment Surveillance – Uniform Definitions for Public Health and Recommended Data Elements

Child Maltreatment Surveillance – Uniform Definitions for Public Health and Recommended Data Elements

Surveillance is defined as the ongoing, systematic collection, analysis, and interpretation of outcomespecific data for use in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of public health practice (Thacker and Berkelman 1988). Public health based child maltreatment surveillance systems rely on a variety of unique data sources, for example, hospital in-patient records, emergency department records, police and homicide reports, child death review findings, and medical examiner and coroner reports. These surveillance systems also use traditional CPS data that have been used by databases such as NCANDS and the Adoption and Foster Care Analysis Reporting System (AFCARS)

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Effective Strategies to Support Positive Parenting in Community Health Centers

Effective Strategies to Support Positive Parenting in Community Health Centers

We are in the midst of a remarkable expansion of knowledge in neuroscience and genetics, child development and early childhood intervention, and economics, which collectively creates common ground for public health strategies to prevent child maltreatment and promote healthy, positive development for all children. The resulting body of knowledge offers the public, policymakers, and civic leaders an unprecedented opportunity that did not exist even a decade ago to catalyze the creation of effective, science-based policies and practices to prevent child maltreatment.

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CDC Essentials for Childhood Framework

CDC Essentials for Childhood Framework

Safe, stable, nurturing relationships and environments are essential to preventing early adversity and assuring that all children reach their full potential. The Essentials for Childhood Framework proposes strategies for communities to promote the types of relationships and environments that help children and families thrive.

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CDC A Public Health Approach to Child Abuse and Neglect

CDC A Public Health Approach to Child Abuse and Neglect

CDC’s goal is to stop child abuse and neglect from happening in the first place. To prevent child abuse and neglect, key sectors of society including public health, government, education, and social services can come together to focus on comprehensive strategies and approaches.

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CDC About Abusive Head Trauma

CDC About Abusive Head Trauma

Abusive head trauma is a leading cause of child abuse deaths in children under five. Abusive head trauma can be prevented by understanding the dangers of shaking a baby and offering support to parents and caregivers.

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CDC Risk and Protective Factors

CDC Risk and Protective Factors

Many factors can increase or decrease the likelihood of someone experiencing or perpetrating violence. Risk factors can increase the risk of experiencing or perpetrating violence and protective factors can reduce the risk. Preventing child abuse and neglect requires understanding and addressing risk and protective factors.

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CDC About Child Abuse and Neglect

CDC About Child Abuse and Neglect

Child abuse and neglect are serious public health problems. Child abuse and neglect can have long-term impacts on health, opportunity, and well-being.

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CDC Teen Dating Violence

CDC Teen Dating Violence

Teen dating violence, also called "dating violence," is an adverse childhood experience that affects millions of young people in the United States. Teen dating violence is preventable, and resources are available for teens, families, schools, and communities.

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Spanish Manual INSPIRSE Medidas destinadas a implementar las siete estrategias para poner fin a la violencia contra los niños

Spanish Manual INSPIRSE Medidas destinadas a implementar las siete estrategias para poner fin a la violencia contra los niños

Inspire Handbook: Action for implementing the seven strategies for ending violence against children (Spanish)

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INSPIRE Handbook Action for implementing the seven strategies for ending violence against children

INSPIRE Handbook Action for implementing the seven strategies for ending violence against children

The INSPIRE technical package reinforces the protections guaranteed in the CRC, which oblige States Parties to take all appropriate legislative, administrative, social and education measures to prevent violence against children, and to protect them from violence while in the care of parents, legal guardians or other caregivers. Furthermore, the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development includes Target 16.2 to end all forms of violence against children.

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INSPIRE Seven Strategies for Ending Violence Against Children

INSPIRE Seven Strategies for Ending Violence Against Children

This package of seven evidence-based strategies builds on growing evidence that violence against children is preventable, and on a growing public consensus that it will no longer be tolerated. The package will help unify multisectoral efforts to raise awareness that, although levels of violence vary within and between countries, no society is immune as violence against children is everywhere, and it will encourage deeper engagement to prevent it and to treat the harmful consequences when it does occur

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CDC Sexual Assault or Abuse of Children

CDC Sexual Assault or Abuse of Children

These guidelines are limited to the identification and treatment of STIs in prepubertal children. Management of the psychosocial or legal aspects of the sexual assault or abuse of children is beyond the scope of these guidelines.

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CDC Sexual Assault and Abuse and STIs – Adolescents and Adults

CDC Sexual Assault and Abuse and STIs – Adolescents and Adults

These guidelines are primarily limited to the identification, prophylaxis, and treatment of STIs and conditions among adolescent and adult female sexual assault survivors. However, some of the following guidelines might still apply to male sexual assault survivors.

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CDC Building Community Commitment for Safe, Stable, Nurturing Relationships and Environments

CDC Building Community Commitment for Safe, Stable, Nurturing Relationships and Environments

A lack of commitment to act is a significant obstacle to improved community health, and raising awareness is an important step toward creating safe, stable, nurturing relationships and environments. This publication introduces nine key elements of successful efforts that raise awareness and build commitment for safe, stable, nurturing relationships and environments. They are organized in three clusters: Developing a Vision, Raising Awareness, and Partnering with Others. Relevant examples from the field of injury and violence prevention illustrating each element and a case study including the nine elements are presented.

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CDC After the Baby Arrives

CDC After the Baby Arrives

After your baby arrives, there's a lot to think about. The following links can help you learn how to keep you and your baby healthy and safe, as well as learn about certain birth defects and medical conditions.

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CDC Positive Parenting Tips: Adolescence (15–17 years old)

CDC Positive Parenting Tips: Adolescence (15–17 years old)

As a parent you give your children a good start in life—you nurture, protect and guide them. Learn about developmental milestones, including emotional and social changes, for children who are 15 to 17 years old. Help your child with positive parenting tips, which include topics such as child safety and healthy bodies.

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CDC Positive Parenting Tips: Young Teens (12–14 years old)

CDC Positive Parenting Tips: Young Teens (12–14 years old)

As a parent you give your children a good start in life—you nurture, protect, and guide them. Learn about developmental milestones, including emotional and social changes for children who are 12 to 14 years old. Help your child with positive parenting tips, which include topics such as child safety and healthy bodies.

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CDC Positive Parenting Tips: Middle Childhood (9–11 years old)

CDC Positive Parenting Tips: Middle Childhood (9–11 years old)

As a parent you give your children a good start in life—you nurture, protect, and guide them. Learn about developmental milestones, including emotional and social changes for children who are 9 to 11 years old. Help your child with positive parenting tips, which include topics such as child safety and healthy bodies.

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CDC Positive Parenting Tips: Middle Childhood (6–8 years old)

CDC Positive Parenting Tips: Middle Childhood (6–8 years old)

As a parent you give your children a good start in life—you nurture, protect, and guide them. Learn about developmental milestones, including emotional and social development, for children from 6 to 8 years old. There are many things you can do to help your child stay safe and healthy.

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CDC Positive Parenting Tips: Preschoolers (3–5 years old)

CDC Positive Parenting Tips: Preschoolers (3–5 years old)

As a parent you give your children a good start in life—you nurture, protect, and guide them. Learn about developmental milestones, including emotional and social development, for preschoolers from 3 to 5 years old. There are many things you can do to help your child stay safe and healthy.

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CDC Positive Parenting Tips: Toddlers (2–3 years old)

CDC Positive Parenting Tips: Toddlers (2–3 years old)

As a parent you give your children a good start in life—you nurture, protect, and guide them. Learn about developmental milestones, including emotional and social development, for toddlers from 2 to 3 years old. There are many things you can do to help your child stay safe and healthy

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CDC Positive Parenting Tips: Toddlers (1–2 years old)

CDC Positive Parenting Tips: Toddlers (1–2 years old)

As a parent you give your children a good start in life—you nurture, protect, and guide them. Learn about developmental milestones, including emotional and social development, for toddlers from 1 to 2 years old. There are many things you can do to help your baby stay safe and healthy.

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CDC Positive Parenting Tips: Infants (0–1 years)

CDC Positive Parenting Tips: Infants (0–1 years)

As a parent you give your children a good start in life—you nurture, protect, and guide them. Learn about developmental milestones, including emotional and social development, for babies from birth to one year of age. There are many things you can do to help your baby stay safe and healthy.

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CDC Keeping Children with Disabilities Safe

CDC Keeping Children with Disabilities Safe

It’s important to keep all children from danger or potentially dangerous situations. Children and youth with disabilities may have special needs that require added attention. Although they are no more aggressive than other children, they may have an increased chance of being victims of bullying, abuse, and neglect. Finding the right information and learning about the kinds of risks their children might face at different ages is often not easy for parents of children with disabilities. Each child is different. The general recommendations that are available to keep children safe should be tailored to fit your child's skills and abilities.

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CDC Maltreatment, Violence, and Self-Injury

CDC Maltreatment, Violence, and Self-Injury

Although children with disabilities are no more aggressive than other children, they may have an increased chance of being victims of bullying, abuse, and neglect.

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CDC Tips for Praising Your Teen

CDC Tips for Praising Your Teen

Parenting teens often gets a bad reputation. Every parent and caregiver experiences moments of doubt, frustration, and worry. We all need help figuring things out and can get caught up in the hard parts of a relationship. Let’s give equal airtime to the positive aspects of parenting a teen! It’s interesting and rewarding for you and your teen, to appreciate and call out the terrific things they are doing at this age. Here are some ideas for praising your teen.

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CDC Tips for Encouraging Independence Key points

CDC Tips for Encouraging Independence Key points

Watching your child grow up and become their own person is amazing! You may feel a little sad sometimes when they’re spending less time with you and doing more on their own. These signs of independence are normal parts of becoming a teen. Remember that you are important to your teen’s healthy development and can help them make good decisions. Below are some ideas to build on what you’re already doing to support your teen’s independence.

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CDC- Tips for Coaching Teens to Recognize and Manage Emotions

CDC- Tips for Coaching Teens to Recognize and Manage Emotions

An important part of your relationship with your teen is helping them notice and manage their emotions. Adolescence is a time of many physical, social, and emotional changes. Teen brains are developing rapidly, and their bodies are experiencing hormone increases. However, the part of the brain involved in decision-making and managing emotions is still under construction.

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CDC Tips for Understanding and Adapting to the Teen Years

CDC Tips for Understanding and Adapting to the Teen Years

Teens experience many changes as they prepare to become adults. Understanding what's happening in your teen's life and in your relationship with them can help you support your teen—and yourself—during this interesting, rewarding, and often challenging time.

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CDC Essentials for Parenting Teens

CDC Essentials for Parenting Teens

Essentials for Parenting Teens. Free online resource for parents and caregivers of youth between ages 11 and 17.

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Promoting Self-Regulation in Adolescents and Young Adults: A Practice Brief

Promoting Self-Regulation in Adolescents and Young Adults: A Practice Brief

This brief reviews the importance of self-regulation for adolescents and young adults and provides guidelines for supporting self-regulation development for 14 to 25-year-olds. It is written by Desiree W. Murray and Katie Rosanbalm based on work conducted by a team at the Duke Center for Child and Family Policy for the Administration for Children and Families (ACF),and specifically addresses prevention programs and targeted interventions which could be implemented within ACF programs.

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Strategies to End Commerical Sexual Exploitation of Youth

Strategies to End Commerical Sexual Exploitation of Youth

An article about Strategies to End Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Youth

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Victim Witness Testimony Protocol

Victim Witness Testimony Protocol

Despite common misconceptions that human trafficking is an international phenomenon, thousands of children and youth are bought and sold for sex every day in the United States. Based on a growing recognition of the problem in Los Angeles County since 2011, county officials have made great strides in developing innovative approaches to preventing the commercial sexual exploitation of children and youth (CSEC/Y), as well as identifying and serving children and youth who have been exploited and those at risk of exploitation.

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Recommendations to Improve Out of Home Care from Youth Who Have Experienced Commercial Sexual Exploitation

Recommendations to Improve Out of Home Care from Youth Who Have Experienced Commercial Sexual Exploitation

A report on Recommendations to improve out of home care from youth who have experienced commercial sexual exploitation.

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Los Angeles County Five-Year Strategic Plan to Prevent & Address Child Trafficking

Los Angeles County Five-Year Strategic Plan to Prevent & Address Child Trafficking

A report on how Las Angeles has created a 5 year plan to address Child Trafficking

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CRIMINALIZED SURVIVORS: TODAY’S ABUSE TO PRISON PIPELINE FOR GIRLS

CRIMINALIZED SURVIVORS: TODAY’S ABUSE TO PRISON PIPELINE FOR GIRLS

An article about girls being abused but then convicted of sex crimes in our justice system

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CDC Prevention of Intimate Partner Violence

CDC Prevention of Intimate Partner Violence

Intimate partner violence - facts and statistics, outcomes, and prevention

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CDC Adverse Childhood Experiences Prevention Resources for Action

CDC Adverse Childhood Experiences Prevention Resources for Action

CDC’s Prevention Resources for Action, formerly known as “technical packages,” provide a select group of strategies to achieve and sustain substantial reductions in a specific risk factor or outcome.30 These Prevention Resources help communities and states prioritize prevention activities with the greatest potential for impact.

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CDC Program: Preventing Child Sexual Abuse in Youth-Serving Organizations

CDC Program: Preventing Child Sexual Abuse in Youth-Serving Organizations

These organizations play a vital role in promoting child well-being, youth connectedness, and resilience. Because of this, YSOs are critical partners for preventing all forms of child abuse, including child sexual abuse (CSA).

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CDC Preventing Child Abuse and Neglect

CDC Preventing Child Abuse and Neglect

Creating safe, stable, nurturing relationships and environments is essential for helping children and families thrive. These relationships and environments also help protect children against or lessen the negative effects of violence.

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CDC Child Abuse Neglect and Prevention Risk and Protective Factors

CDC Child Abuse Neglect and Prevention Risk and Protective Factors

Risk and Protective Factors for child abuse and neglect. Risk factors for victimization, perpetration, protection

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About Child Sexual Abuse Key points

About Child Sexual Abuse Key points

Child Sexual Abuse - facts and statistics, outcomes, and prevention

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About Child Abuse and Neglect

About Child Abuse and Neglect

Describes the four types of abuse and neglect, facts and statistics, and prevention.

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About The Public Health Approach to Violence Prevention

About The Public Health Approach to Violence Prevention

The public health approach is a four-step process that is rooted in the scientific method. It can be applied to violence and other health problems that affect populations.

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About Violence Against Children and Youth Surveys

About Violence Against Children and Youth Surveys

Violence Against Children and Youth Surveys (VACS), led by CDC as part of the Together for Girls partnership, are nationally representative household surveys among children and youth 13 to 24. VACS measures how much and how often sexual, physical, and emotional violence occurs.

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CDC: Violence Prevention

CDC: Violence Prevention

CDC uses a four-level social-ecological model to better understand violence and the effect of potential prevention strategies. This model considers the complex interplay between individual, relationship, community, and societal factors. It allows us to understand the various factors that put people at risk for violence or protect them from experiencing or perpetrating violence.

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Considering Parent-Child Relationship Factors in Delayed Disclosure of Child Sexual Abuse

Considering Parent-Child Relationship Factors in Delayed Disclosure of Child Sexual Abuse

New research suggests that parent-child relationship factors influence child victims' decisions about whether and when to disclose sexual abuse, even when the parent is not the offender.

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A Play-based Treatment for Nonoffending Caretakers/Parents

A Play-based Treatment for Nonoffending Caretakers/Parents

This article aims to provide an individual play therapy treatment paradigm designed for nonoffending parents. Additionally, this article will describe posttraumatic reactions of nonoffending parents and their effects on traumatized children.

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Report on the Task Force on Trafficking of Women and Girls

Report on the Task Force on Trafficking of Women and Girls

In 2011, the American Psychological Association (APA) established the Task Force on Trafficking of Women and Girls at the recommendation of APA’s Committee on Women in Psychology (CWP) and upon approval by the Board for the Advancement of Psychology in the Public Interest (BAPPI). The purpose of this report is to (a) raise awareness among psychologists about human trafficking; (b) make recommendations to enhance research, education and training, advocacy and public policy, public awareness, and practice as they pertain to the intersections of psychology and this social problem; and (c) urge psychologists to bring scientific rigor and research expertise to bear on policy, service provision, and an understanding of the dynamics of trafficking.

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Childhood Neglect and Posttraumatic Stress May Negatively Affect Fertility

Childhood Neglect and Posttraumatic Stress May Negatively Affect Fertility

Survivors of child maltreatment—physical, sexual, and emotional abuse; witnessing intimate partner violence; and neglect—experience poorer physical health compared with those who did not experience such maltreatment. For example, studies have shown that maltreatment survivors are at greater risk of developing disorders that are leading causes of death, such as heart disease, obesity, cancer, and inflammatory diseases.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Understanding and Preventing Child Abuse and Neglect

Understanding and Preventing Child Abuse and Neglect

Prevention, factors, and consequences of child abuse and neglect

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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Updating Definitions of Child Abuse and Neglect with Congress

Updating Definitions of Child Abuse and Neglect with Congress

Working with Congress to update definitions of child abuse and neglect and mandatory reporter

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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What is Child Abuse and Neglect?

What is Child Abuse and Neglect?

What is child abuse and neglect? Understanding warning signs and getting help.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Senate Bill for Child Abuse Prevention

Senate Bill for Child Abuse Prevention

American Psychological Association studying the effects of child maltreatment on children. The APA introduced a Senate Bill for child abuse prevention.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
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The Lasting Impact of Neglect

The Lasting Impact of Neglect

The lasting impact of neglect. Psychologists are studying how early deprivation harms children and how best to help those who have suffered neglect.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Media Report Disproportionately on Child Abuse and Neglect

Media Report Disproportionately on Child Abuse and Neglect

Newspapers and television reporters that cover children and adolescents overwhelming focus on youth crime and violence, and child abuse and neglect -- all while providing little background to help readers and viewers put such news into perspective.

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List of types of therapy provided to survivors of abuse

List of types of therapy provided to survivors of abuse

List of the types of therapy provided to survivors of abuse.

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Overview of FBWC services for children affected by domestic abuse or sexual assault

Overview of FBWC services for children affected by domestic abuse or sexual assault

Overview of the services FBWC provides for children who have been affected by domestic abuse or sexual assault.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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List of steps to help a survivor of domestic abuse or sexual assault

List of steps to help a survivor of domestic abuse or sexual assault

List of steps FBWC can help a survivor of domestic abuse or sexual assault through.

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How to safely leave an abusive partner

How to safely leave an abusive partner

Information on how to safely leave an abusive partner

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Providing statistics and numerical data about abuse

Providing statistics and numerical data about abuse

Provides statistics and numerical data about abuse.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
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Impacts of Childhood Trauma

Impacts of Childhood Trauma

Understanding the impacts of childhood Trauma; Causes, Symptoms, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, physical abuse, emotional abuse.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
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Empowering victims while providing facts about abuse and sexual assault

Empowering victims while providing facts about abuse and sexual assault

Empowers victims while providing facts about abuse and sexual assault.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Facts about Spanking-Tips for Parents of Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers, School age children, Tweens & Teens

Facts about Spanking-Tips for Parents of Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers, School age children, Tweens & Teens

Facts about spanking; Tips for Parents of Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers, School age children, Tweens & Teens

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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CDC.gov – Intimate Partner Violence Prevention

CDC.gov – Intimate Partner Violence Prevention

CDC site on Intimate Partner Violence. Risk and protective factors and consequences

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Sexual Violence Prevention Resource for Action

Sexual Violence Prevention Resource for Action

Sexual violence prevention resource for action.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
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Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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CDC Connecting the Dots Online Training

CDC Connecting the Dots Online Training

Connecting the Dots online training on youth violence, bullying, sexual violence, child abuse and neglect, intimate partner violence, and suicide.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
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Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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CDC.gov – ACEs Prevention Resource

CDC.gov – ACEs Prevention Resource

This is a resource to help states and communities leverage the best available evidence to prevent ACEs from happening

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CDC.gov – Preventing Child Sexual Abuse in Youth-Serving Organizations programs

CDC.gov – Preventing Child Sexual Abuse in Youth-Serving Organizations programs

Preventing Child Sexual Abuse in Youth-Serving Organizations program

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Offenders: Truth/Myths, Problematic Sexual Behavior
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CDC.gov – Child Abuse & Neglect Prevention

CDC.gov – Child Abuse & Neglect Prevention

Risk and Protective Factors for child abuse and neglect. Risk factors for victimization, perpetration, protection

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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CDC.gov – About Child Sexual Abuse

CDC.gov – About Child Sexual Abuse

The CDC describes child sexual abuse.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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CDC.gov – About Abuse & Neglect

CDC.gov – About Abuse & Neglect

Describes the four types of abuse and neglect.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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The Public Health Approach to Violence Prevention

The Public Health Approach to Violence Prevention

The Public Health Approach to Violence Prevention

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About Violence against Children and Youth Surveys

About Violence against Children and Youth Surveys

About Violence against Children and Youth Surveys

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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CDC: Violence Prevention

CDC: Violence Prevention

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Connections between different forms of violence and describes how these connections affect communities.

Connections between different forms of violence and describes how these connections affect communities.

Research on connections between different forms of violence and describes how these connections affect communities.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
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Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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CDC – Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)

CDC – Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)

Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are potentially traumatic events that occur in childhood. ACEs can include violence, abuse, and growing up in a family with mental health or substance use problems. Toxic stress from ACEs can change brain development and affect how the body responds to stress.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention – Resource for Action

Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention – Resource for Action

This Prevention Resource represents a select group of strategies based on the best available evidence to help prevent child abuse and neglect. These strategies include strengthening economic supports to families; changing social norms to support parents and positive parenting; providing quality care and education early in life; enhancing parenting skills to promote healthy child development; and intervening to lessen harms and prevent future risk.

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Trends in U.S. Emergency Department Visits Related to Suspected or Confirmed Child Abuse and Neglect Before and During COVID 19

Trends in U.S. Emergency Department Visits Related to Suspected or Confirmed Child Abuse and Neglect Before and During COVID 19

Trends in U.S. Emergency Department Visits Related to Suspected or Confirmed Child Abuse and Neglect Among Children and Adolescents Aged <18 Years Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic - USA

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Abuse Overview: Defined, Types, Incidence
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Adolescents
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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Parenting Guidelines
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SANE Exams
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Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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Sexually Transmitted Infections Treatment Guidelines, Sexual Assault of Children

Sexually Transmitted Infections Treatment Guidelines, Sexual Assault of Children

Sexual assault or abuse of children and sexually transmitted Infections treatment guidelines.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
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Signs and Symptoms
TX Family Code, TEA, Statistics, Facts/Myths
Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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CDC Connecting the Dots Online Violence Prevention Training

CDC Connecting the Dots Online Violence Prevention Training

Online violence prevention training for: Youth Violence, Bullying, Sexual Violence, Child Abuse & Neglect, Intimate Partner Violence, and Suicide

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
CAC
CASA
Child Safety and Protection
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
Incidence: abuse and domestic violence, abuse and mental illness, abuse and IDD
Parenting Guidelines
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Types of Abuse: Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect
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Creating a Healthier Future through Prevention of Child Maltreatment

Creating a Healthier Future through Prevention of Child Maltreatment

This video is about creating a healthier future through prevention of child maltreatment.

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Birth – Kindergarten (0-5 years old)
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Elementary (6 – 12 years old)
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Sexual Violence Prevention Resource for Action

Sexual Violence Prevention Resource for Action

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Sexual Violence in the Media: An Exploration of Traditional Print Media Reporting in the United States

Sexual Violence in the Media: An Exploration of Traditional Print Media Reporting in the United States

Examination of articles from traditional print media outlets found regional and temporal differences in types of sexual violence covered, media language used, and outcomes reported in news story coverage in 2017, compared with that from 2014 to 2016. Through cross-sectoral collaboration and use of the Sexual Violence Media Guide language suggestions, media, public health practitioners, and communities can work together to effectively use best practices to report on sexual violence, emphasize sexual violence as preventable, and frame sexual violence as a public health issue.

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About Sexual Violence. Risk and protective factors and consequences

About Sexual Violence. Risk and protective factors and consequences

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Intimate Partner Violence Prevention – Resource for Action

Intimate Partner Violence Prevention – Resource for Action

This Prevention Resource presents a select group of strategies based on the best available evidence to help communities and states sharpen their focus on prevention activities with the greatest potential to prevent intimate partner violence (IPV) and its consequences across the lifespan.

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Preventing Abusive Head Trauma: What Research Can Tell Us

Preventing Abusive Head Trauma: What Research Can Tell Us

Abusive head trauma (AHT) consists of inflicted injuries to children with lesions in the brain, skull, and other parts of the body which result from blunt trauma or violent shaking

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