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    Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Resource Listing
    This organization listing provides information on resources for preventing child abuse and neglect.... Details >
    Child Welfare Information Gateway
    Child Abuse: Prevent Physical Abuse  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    Parenting is the most rewarding and joyful job a person can have. Unfortunately, it's also one of, if not the most, difficult and potentially stressful jobs we will ever have. Helping a parent calm do... Details >
    Kempe Children's Center
    Child Abuse: Prevention Tips For Parents  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    This section provides prevention tips about child abuse. Information includes how to diffuse an abusive situation in public, how to prevent sexual abuse, appropriate discipline for your child, and how... Details >
    Kempe Children's Center
    Child Safety Resources - National Center for Missing and Exploited Children   External Links Disclaimer Logo
    Parents, guardians, and adults who care for children face constant challenges when trying to help keep children safer in today's fast-paced world. The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children ... Details >
    National Center for Missing and Exploited Children
    How to Report Suspected Child Maltreatment
    Also available in: Spanish
    This site offers information to anyone wishing to report suspected child abuse or neglect. Reporting abuse or neglect can protect a child and get help for a family — it may even save a child's life.... Details >
    Child Welfare Information Gateway
    Journal of Child Sexual Abuse  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    The Journal of Child Sexual Abuse is interdisciplinary and provides an essential interface for researchers, academicians, attorneys, clinicians, and practitioners. The journal advocates for increased ... Details >
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    Long-Term Consequences of Child Abuse and Neglect
    Also available in: Spanish
    The impact of child abuse and neglect is far greater than its immediate, visible effects. These experiences can shape child development and have consequences that last years, even lifetimes. This docu... Details >
    Child Welfare Information Gateway
    Native American Children's Alliance  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    This page welcomes to the Native American Children's Alliance (NACA), an intertribal organization whose mission is to inspire and support the development, growth, and maintenance of multi-disciplinary... Details >
    Native American Children's Alliance
    Preventing Abuse of a Child  External Links Disclaimer Logo
    This page offers few suggestions for preventing child abuse in the home and community. ... Details >
    Safer Child, Inc.
    Preventing Child Abuse and Neglect
    This page links to resources on child abuse prevention, protecting children from risk of abuse, and promoting healthy families. Includes information on supporting families, protective factors, public ... Details >
    Child Welfare Information Gateway
    Organizations
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    Child Welfare Information Gateway
    Children's Bureau, Administration for Children and Families
    Center for the Pacific Asian Family External Links Disclaimer Logo
    ChildTrauma AcademyExternal Links Disclaimer Logo
    Kempe Children's CenterExternal Links Disclaimer Logo
    National Center on Shaken Baby SyndromeExternal Links Disclaimer Logo
    National Council on Child Abuse and Family ViolenceExternal Links Disclaimer Logo
    National Court Appointed Special Advocate AssociationExternal Links Disclaimer Logo
    National Indian Child Welfare AssociationExternal Links Disclaimer Logo
    Native American Children's AllianceExternal Links Disclaimer Logo

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