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(Continued) WHY DOES IT HAPPEN? There is no single or simple explanation which can be linked to the cause of child abuse. It can be described, however, as the inappropriate responses by persons who, for various reasons, have not learned how to deal with children appropriately. These people can change by seeking the help which is available.
Factors Contributing To Abuse:
Psychological Factors

Abusers may have been abused as children.
Many adults who have been raised in abusive homes or environments have not learned how to interact with children in any other way.
Some adults do not understand child development.
Adults may not know how to meet a child's needs or may have unrealistic expectations of a child and cannot understand why the child cannot meet these expectations.
Social Factors Some adults often believe that it is their right to control children. "My parents didn't spoil me - used a switch a lot - never hurt me none - look how I turned out!" (comment upon being arrested for beating a 5 year old until his legs bled.
Those individuals who abuse children may have an ingrained ("God gave me this child") belief that they should be in control of children. The abuse of power and authority is the underlying factor apparent in cases of abuse.
Stress Factors Stress may contribute to abuse. Abuse may occur out of feelings of frustration because the adult may not have enough time, money, energy or support to adequately care for the child.
Help is available to assist adults in learning how to understand children and their development, how to cope with their situation in better ways.
Child Abuse is a National and International Problem. Do Your Part
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Fact: One out of every four women was sexually or physically abused as a child! Next time you are in a group of women - LOOK AROUND - Can you spot her? Is she the one with the child who wears long sleeves - even in the middle of summer. FACT: One out of every six men was sexually or physically abused as a child! Next time you are in the group of men - LOOK AROUND - Can you spot him? Is he the one whose wife will not look you in the eye? Can you spot HER or HIM? Probably not. But then again........

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