Which acts of child abuse are deliberate or intentional, causing harm or posing a threat of harm to a child?
Social Studies · High School · Wed Jan 13 2021
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The acts of child abuse that are deliberate or intentional, causing harm or posing a threat of harm to a child, include:
- Physical abuse: Deliberate physical harm or injury inflicted on a child by a parent or caregiver, leading to bruises, broken bones, burns, or other injuries.
- Emotional abuse: Intentional acts or omissions that cause emotional or psychological harm to a child, such as belittling, shaming, or consistently ignoring the child's needs.
- Sexual abuse: Involves forcing or coercing a child into sexual activities, which can include physical contact or non-contact acts, leading to psychological trauma and physical harm.
All these forms of abuse represent intentional actions or behaviors that cause harm or potential harm to a child.