High child abuse statistics in Central Texas push advocates to spread awareness
Pixabay
and last updated 2021-04-08 21:31:41-04
Child abuse happens in every state across the country, and the trends for Texas have been steadily increasing.
In the Lone Star State, more than four children die from abuse or neglect every week and more than 184 cases of child abuse are confirmed every day.
April is recognized as National Child Abuse Awareness Month, but advocates work year-round to support victims of child abuse and put a stop to this unthinkable issue.
For over a decade, Dr. Tammy Bracewell, now a professor of criminal justice at A&M Central Texas, worked as a detective and forensic interviewer, specializing in crimes against children. She says there was never an easy day on the job.
Watch: How To Recognize Signs Of Child Abuse
April is National Child Abuse Awareness Month. This is a difficult topic to discuss, but also an important one.
This past year, Tulsa County alone saw more than 3,000 child abuse and neglect cases and eight percent increase from 2019.
Dr. Stevan Lahr from Family and Children s Services talks about child abuse and how to recognize the signs of it.
A decline in reported child abuse cases may not reflect reality, experts say
With kids having less daily interaction with trusted adults, notably teachers, there is less opportunity to report problems at home, officials say. Author: John Hogan Updated: 6:18 PM EDT April 5, 2021
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. A reported drop in child abuse cases in Michigan last year may be cause for optimism, but experts say the numbers do not provide the full story.
Trusted adults, notably teachers, are not having in-person contact with kids who may be victims of abuse, so reports are also down.
“The highest reporters are going to be educators and those adults that are working with children in person outside of the home,’’ said Mary Muliett, president and CEO of D.A. Blodgett - St. John’s.
Tulsa Parent Child Center To Place Pinwheels For Child Abuse Awareness Month thebulltulsa.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from thebulltulsa.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.