Signs of Possible Child Sexual Abuse
- Repeated physical complaints with no known cause (e.g., stomach ache, headache, etc.)
- Sleep disturbances or nightmares
- Excessive clinging or crying
- Bedwetting
- Depression
- Anxiety
- School problems
- Running away
- Hostility or aggression
- Suicidal thoughts/behavior
- Sexually transmitted diseases
- Change in eating habits
- Fear or dislike of particular adults or places
- Withdrawal from family, friends or usual activities
- Frequent touching of private parts
- Sexual behavior inappropriate to the age of the child
- Drug or alcohol problems
- Physical symptoms involving the genital, anal or mouth area
- Any dramatic change in behavior or development of new behaviors
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