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Depressing by Ian T. McFarland
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  • Post category:Bullying/abuse / Crime / Personal safety / Relationships
  • Post published:July 14, 2014

Sexual abuse involves forcing or enticing a child or young person to take part in sexual activities. It does not necessarily involve violence and the child may or may not be aware of what is happening.

Source: Recognising signs of abuse at different stages of a child’s development @ NSPCC

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