While many will unfortunately remember those painful memories of their past when they were abused as a child, this holiday season can also be a time of creating sweet memories.

Every child that has been abused needs a strong support system. Read this article for more inforation.

Does corporal punishment still exist in our nation´s schools? Sadly, according to statistics from 2000, it does.

Corporal Punishment still happens in schools within the United States. It also occurs in private homes across the country. It is an unhealthy form of discipline and must be replaced with healthier forms of discipline.

Many victims of childhood sexual abuse will begin to practice self-injury and self-mutilation. This article sheds light on that topic, as well as listing the warning signs for parents who suspect their child might be hurting themselves.

Confronting an abuser is something that some survivors feel they must do in order to bring closure. It is also a chance to express themselves regarding what their abuser did to them and how it affected them.

Abuse of a child clearly shows that the perpetrator has no respect for that child, or their rights. This article touches on the topic of respect for children.

What happens to the children of mentally handicapped parents? Abuse is still a huge factor in the lives of those that suffer in this realm.

Summer is upon us and many families will travel to visit relatives. Children should never be coerced into kissing a relative.

Children that are abused are normally not allowed to feel any emotion while with their abuser. As they grow, they continue to hide those emotions. They deserve to have a childhood, including that part of their being that is aware of their emotions.