What Is Child Abuse?
Every 15 seconds in America, someone makes a report of child abuse. Meanwhile, more than…
“It Was Never Normal”: A Child Abuse Survivor’s Journey from Shame to Freedom
*This is a survivor's story as told to Meghan Krein When I think about…
What to Do If a Child Tells You They’re Being Abused: A Step-by-Step Guide
At Childhelp, we know how difficult it can be when a child trusts you enough…
Child Abuse Prevention Month: What It Is and How You Can Make a Difference
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, a dedicated time to raise awareness about child…
Domestic Violence is Child Abuse: Protecting Kids from the Hidden Harm in the Home
Recent news coverage of a 2023 incident involving reality star Taylor Frankie Paul resurfaced public…
Understanding Mandatory Reporting: Overcoming Fear and Knowing When to Act
Child abuse remains a hidden crisis in many communities, often because well-meaning individuals hesitate to…
Why Child Abuse Often Goes Unreported and How We Can Change That
Child abuse doesn’t usually happen in obvious, dramatic ways. It happens quietly. Behind closed doors.…
Online Grooming vs. Peer Pressure: How to Tell the Difference
Children and teens have always faced pressure, but today those pressures don’t stop at school.…
The Cycle of Child Abuse: Why It Happens and How to Break It
Child abuse doesn’t just affect a child in the moment — it reverberates through their…
How to Prevent Child Abuse: 9 Evidence-Based Ways That Work
Can child abuse be prevented? Yes. Decades of research show the most effective way to…
Foster Care Success Story: How One Boy Found His Forever Home
When Eli* arrived at Childhelp in early 2022, the home he entered had already closed…
How Predators Use Social Media and Gaming Platforms to Groom Children
Online spaces are when many kids learn, play, and connect, but they’re also where predators…
