Sexual touch or comments, even if child complies, agrees, is aroused or initiates.
Using a child in any way for sexual arousal, even if child is unaware.
Neglect (Deprivation)
Neglecting a child’s physical, emotional, mental, spiritual or creative needs.
Overindulgence (Gluttony)
Overindulgence of a child in ways that healthy impulse control cannot be learned.
Child Trauma & Abuses: Summary
Experiences that damage a child's self-esteem, self-respect.
Experiences that damage a child's ability to be effective.
Experiences that damage a child's sense of “core goodness."
Experiences that create fear and damage a child's sense of safety in the world.
Experiences that expose a child to inappropriate & confusing experiences.
Experiences that leave the child feeling out of control of their body or their mind.
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