Child Abuse Facts

Neglect is the most common form of child maltreatment, followed by physical abuse.

Children age 6 and younger are the most vulnerable to abuse.

One in four girls and one in six boys will be sexually assaulted before the age of 18.

Ninety-five percent of victims know their abusers. Perpetrators may include family members, friends, and acquaintances.

Nine out of 10 victims of abuse won’t tell anyone. Most children do not disclose abuse until adulthood, if ever.

Disclosure of child sexual abuse is a gradual process.

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