National Child Abuse Prevention Month kicks off on March 29 -Virginia
"Child abuse is rarely a single event. It often occurs regularly, sometimes increasing in violence. It crosses all boundaries of income, race, ethnicity, and religion. A child abuser is often closely related to the child, a family friend or caregiver, according to kidsmatterinc.org.
In homes where child abuse occurs, fear, instability and confusion replace the love, comfort and nurturing that children need. Abused children live in constant fear of physical harm from a person who is supposed to care for and protect them...."
http://www.southwesttimes.com/2013/03/national-child-abuse-prevention-month-kicks-off-on-march-29/
Child Abuse Prevention Month to focus on families, community - Indiana
"A community that cares about early childhood development, parent support and maternal mental health, for instance, is more likely to see families nurturing children who are born healthy and enter school ready to learn.
"Cities and towns that work to create good school systems and who come together to ensure that affordable housing is available in good, safe neighborhoods are less likely to see stressed, isolated families who don't know where to turn....
"As such, the committee has published a calendar with suggested activity for each day of the month to promote a healthy family environment. Some suggestions include...."
http://www.bannergraphic.com/story/1954223.html
Blue ribbons symbolize child abuse prevention - Kentucky
“Children’s well-being is an adult responsibility,” said Jane Herms, executive director of the Family Nurturing Center. “Permanent cultural change in the way a community prevents and responds to child abuse occurs by educating adults and empowering individuals. Committing time and resources to do this is an investment in a better future.”...
“The U.S. annually spends almost $104 billion on foster care, hospitalization, law enforcement and loss of productivity to society to address the needs of child abuse,” Herms said. “But we are not without hope. Child abuse is entirely preventable but it cannot end without the support of every adult.”...
http://news.cincinnati.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2013303290101
Child Abuse Prevention Month Kickoff - Illinois
"The theme for this year's campaign is "Every Child Matters, Get Involved!" Organizers hope to raise awareness about child abuse and neglect and encourage individuals and communities to support children and families...."
http://altondailynews.com/news/details.cfm?clientid=17&id=71080
County committed to child abuse prevention - Colorado
"Advocates say the issue affects people across the spectrum. Victims and perpetrators of child abuse come from every class, ethnic group, religion and educational background.
"But the problem may take its greatest toll on the youngest and most vulnerable Americans. About 80 percent of abused children who die each year are under the age of four, according to the group Childhelp.
"Those who survive abusive childhoods are more likely to perpetuate the cycle.
"Almost one-third of abused children will go on as adults to abuse their own children.
"Others are more likely to engage in risky or dangerous behaviors as teenagers or adults....
"The total costs to society add up to a staggering $124 billion a year, according to Childhelp.
http://www.alamosanews.com/v2_news_articles.php?heading=0&page=72&story_id=29078
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