Abuse and Neglect
What can be done to prevent the injury?
Prevention begins with awareness. Campaigns and programs that broadcast the
warning signs of abuse and neglect may help prevent these problems. Most states
have a confidential hotline open 24 hours a day so cases of suspected abuse can
be reported.
Friends, neighbors, and family members can help in the following ways.
Ask a child or adult directly about signs of possible abuse.
Show concern, so that the person knows there is someone to turn to for
help.
Talk with the person who is being abused. Getting support can make him
or her feel less isolated.
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