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CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION

THINGS TO NOTE:
  • Most child victims know their abusers.
  • People who abuse children look and act just like everyone else.
  • Most child victims never report the abuse.
  • Sexually abused children who keep it a secret or who “tell” and are not believed are at far greater risk than the general population for psychological, emotional, social and physical problems often lasting into adulthood.
  • Experts estimate that one in four girls and one in six boys are sexually abused before their eighteenth birthdays.
  • The abuser sometimes threatens the child or a family member.​
  • Some children are too young to understand. Many abusers tell children the abuse is “okay” or a “game.”

IF A CHILD DISCLOSES ABUSE:
  • Do not show anger or disbelief.
  • Believe the child and make sure he/she knows it.
  • Seek the help of a professional who is trained to ask questions about abuse.
  • Report all cases of suspected abuse, both inside and outside the immediate family.
  • Do not panic. Abused children who receive help can and do heal.
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FORENSIC INTERVIEW OFFICE:
420 Delaware Avenue

McComb, MS 39648
(601) 684-4009, Ext. 1
Hours: 
Monday-Thursday: 8:30am-4:30pm
Friday: 8:30am-2:30pm

THERAPY/BUSINESS OFFICE:
411 Maryland Avenue 
McComb, MS 39648

(601) 600-8283, Ext. 2
Hours: 
Monday-Thursday 8:30am-4:30pm
Friday: 8:30am-2:30pm

BROOKHAVEN SATELLITE OFFICE:
439 North Jackson Street, Suite F
Brookhaven, MS 39601
(601) 990-2902, Ext. 3
Hours: 
Monday-Thursday: 8:30am-4:30pm
Friday: CLOSED
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Please mail donations to:
P.O. Box 7283 
McComb, MS 39649
email: contact@swmscac.org

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  • Community Services
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