-Withdrawal from friends and family
-Unexplained bruises or injuries
-Sexual behavior or knowledge that is inappropriate for child’s age
-Rebellious, defiant, or raised aggression behavior
-Poor personal cleanliness
1. Document signs of abuse
2. Contact local child protective services (ex: police, hospital, hotlines)
3. If urgent, keep child away from potential abuser until authorities arrive
4. Do not threaten abuser or act with violence unless a situation of immediate danger for the child
