Where to Look for Warning Signs - Sports Activities

Many situations in sports environments may reveal Warning Signs of child sexual abuse. Look for body shame, and either extreme attention-seeking or avoidance of attention.

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Locker Room Warning Signs

Sexually harasses or bullies others
Sexual acts in public places
Is sexually harassed, repeatedly
Is sexually assaulted
Violence-themed tattoos
Afraid to undress, unusually modest for cultural norm
Poor hygiene
Self-injury scars: repetitive scrapes/cuts, cigarette burns
Genital or anal bleeding or scars
Genital or nipple piercings
Extreme under or over-weight
Habitual vomiting or use of laxatives
Incontinence
Makes no effort to protect self
   

Weight Room Warning Signs

Obsessive bodybuilding with defensive body language
Dominating behavior

 

Can't take constructive criticism, especially with pronounced shame

Surrounds self with strong protectors