
What is child abuse, and what are the signs?
Christian Peterson
news@greenepublishing.com
Since April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, it would be wise to acknowledge what child abuse is and how to identify it so the public can learn how they can help build up and support the community around them, especially the children who may be suffering. There are five different kinds of child abuse. According to the Mayo Clinic website, the five types are defined as,
“Physical abuse. Physical abuse occurs when a child is purposely physica