Sexual Abuse

Sexual Abuse is the infliction of nonconsensual sexual contact of any kind. Sexual contact with any person incapable of giving consent is also considered sexual abuse. It includes but is not limited to unwanted touching; all types of sexual assault or battery, such as rape or sodomy; coerced nudity; and sexually explicit photographing.

What To Look For - a person may be suffering from sexual abuse if:

• Their caregiver displays inappropriate affection towards them, flirts
  with them, acts coy, or makes sexual suggestions or lewd comments to them;



• Their caregiver has a history of abuse or molestation of others;



• There are conflicting accounts of incidents between them and their caregiver;



• They have bruises around their breasts or genital area;



• They have unexplained venereal disease or genital infections;



• They have unexplained vaginal or anal bleeding;



• Their underclothes are torn, stained, or bloody; or



• They report being sexually assaulted or raped.

What To Do If You Suspect Abuse or Neglect

For more information on preventing abuse or neglect, contact us.