Abstract One way people learn and develop is by watching and relating to others, whether a family member or friend. From the foundation of early childhood we learn to make sense of our world and define ourselves by our environment. We begin to ask vital questions, wonder, and draw conclusions about the world around us during childhood. If something or someone causes destructive pain to a child during his or her innocent stage it will have a long-lasting impact on that individual throughout life.
Society is permeated with physically beaten, emotionally devastated, and sexually violated children.
It has been a concern of mine to research the topic of child abuse so that I may provide answers, closure, and help for abused victims during childhood. I also have committed myself to researching and learning about the prevention of child abuse. These resources and many others have helped me organize information in order to promote awareness and concern for abused children. I would like to encourage readers to learn more about child abuse so that they may educate children. I also encourage adults to intervene for a victimized child when their guardian is also their abuser.