Samaritan Behavioral Health

National Child Abuse Month

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Apr 04
2018

Abusive behavior comes in many forms, but the common denominator is the emotional effect on the child. Domestic violence and abuse can happen to anyone, yet the problem is often overlooked, excused, or denied. This is especially true when the abuse is psychological, rather than physical.

Noticing and acknowledging the signs of an abusive relationship is the first step to ending it. If you recognize yourself or someone you know in the following descriptions of abuse, reach out now. There is help available.