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Operation
Paradox
Possible Signs Of Sexual
Abuse
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- describing sexual acts
- telling you about it directly or indirectly
- self destructive behaviour (eg. drug dependency, suicide
attempts, self-mutilation)
- going to bed fully clothed
- anorexia or over eating
- bruising or bleeding in the genital area
- sexually transmitted diseases
- bruising to the breasts, buttocks, lower abdomen or thighs
- adolescent pregnancy
- child being in contact with a known or suspected perpetrator
of a sexual assault
- unexplained accumulation of money and gifts
- persistent running away from home
- regressive behaviour (eg. sudden return to bed wetting or
soiling)
- sexual behaviour inappropriate for the child's age
- fear of being hurt during dressing or nappy changing
- fear of being alone with a particular adult (eg. access
visits, music or sports lessons)
- delinquent, aggressive or truant behaviour at school
- poor relationships with other children
- strong fear or anxiety, especially about going home
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