Immediately report all information relevant to the abuse. Any information regarding your child is important and may be vital to the investigative and healing process. Decide with your child and professionals about which, if any, relatives, friends, or teachers to tell and how to tell them about the abuse.
Some children find it difficult to discuss their experience or are unwilling to do so.
They need help knowing how to talk with others about their abuse. Do not leave your child with a friend or relative who is either unaware of the abuse or who does not believe it occurred, especially if the offender may stop by and visit. Pressure may be put on your child to recant, and he or she may not receive the necessary support. Supporting your Child Never blame your child for what happened, he or she is in no way responsible for the abuse. Refrain from questioning your child in detail about the abuse.