Child Abuse

Child abuse is the physical, sexual, emotional mistreatment, or neglect of children. Child maltreatment can be defined as any act or series of acts of commission or omission by a parent or other caregiver that results in harm, potential for harm, or threat of harm to a child. Most child abuse occurs in a child's home, with a smaller amount occurring in the organizations, schools or communities the child interacts with. There are four major categories of child abuse: neglect, physical abuse, psychological/emotional abuse, and child sexual abuse. 

Effects –

As mentioned in the Child Sexual Abuse section, the effects of Child Abuse can be serious. This applies to both physical and psychological effects. It is extremely important that victims receive the counselling and care to help deal with this type of crime.