What is abuse?

Abuse happens within all social classes, races and religions.   Sexual abuse can take many forms:-

• Sexual Touching
• Indecent exposure
• Fondling – oral or genital
• Intercourse
• Exposure to pornographic material
• Internet

Both boys and girls are sexually abused. This may happen many times or just once, but leaves a lasting impression. Children naturally trust adults. Sometimes adults betray that trust by making the child insecure and depressed and this may lead to many other problems later in life.