Child Abuse Prevention Month
April 2003

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Caring For Your Child
This reproducible drop-in article offers simple tips on protecting a child's physical safety and emotional well-being.

Talking to Your Child About Sexual Abuse
This article defines sexual abuse, explains its effects on children, and provides information for parents on talking to their children about sexual abuse and getting outside help.

Parental Warmth and Affection
This research study summary explores the relationship between parental warmth and affection and higher levels of self-esteem and positive behavior in children.

Shaken Baby/Shaken Impact Syndrome
This article describes how Shaken Baby Syndrome is identified and diagnosed, as well as its effects on the child and family. Also provides prevention suggestions.

Girl Power! Is Good Mental Health
This publication gives statistics about the mental health of girls and discusses ways for parents and other caregivers to nurture the mental health of girls.