Where to Look for Warning Signs - Social Media
There are clues in the behavior of abused kids when communicating online and on the phone that may reveal Warning Signs of childhood sexual abuse. Sexualized content has become widely available, so here you should look for an unusual volume, themes of dominance and evidence of “grooming,” or slowly being lured in by online predators. Don’t rule out family and friends—most abuse happens with someone the child knows.
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Creates sexually provocative posts, photos, texts, videos especially with dominant or submissive themes
Receives excessive and dominance-themed sexual content from peers or unknown adults
Communicates with unknown persons and arranges to meet them
Withdraws fearfully from slightest conflict
Creates drama between peers while appearing agitated and over-stimulated