Physical Abuse • Unexplained bruises, burns, or welts• Child appears frightened of a parent or caregiver
Sexual Abuse • Pain, bleeding, redness, or swelling in anal or genital area• Age-inappropriate sexual play with toys, self, or others• Age-inappropriate knowledge of sex
Emotional Abuse • Extremes in behavior, ranging from overly aggressive to overly passive• Delayed physical, emotional, or intellectual development
Neglect • Signs of malnutrition• Poor hygiene• Unattended physical or medical problems