Child Sexual Abuse
Alternate Names : Child Molestation
What are the signs and symptoms of the injury?
It is not always easy for an adult to recognize when sexual abuse has taken
place. A child who has been sexually abused may:
act seductively
be excessively curious about sex
develop frequent urinary tract
infections
engage in inappropriate sex play
feel threatened by physical contact, closeness, or a certain person
have bruises, bleeding, pain, or itching in the genital area
have nightmares
have poor self-esteem
have a premature understanding of sex
have separation anxiety
lack confidence
masturbate excessively
wet or soil his or her bed
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