CCLD 305

Outcome: 305.3
Factsheet: Indicators of Abuse

Type of Developmental
Physical Indicators Behavioural Indicators
Abuse Indicators
withdrawn / sad / listless

low self esteem

fear of physical contact

soft tissue injury: aggression towards self

bruises, lacerations, weals and others
lack of concentration
burns / scalds fearful / apprehensive
learning difficulties
Physical
fractures wide eyes constantly alert
difficulty in forming
internal injury bed wetting relationships

poisoning independent

unco-operative

violent

ritual activities
aggressive

inability to concentrate
withdrawn

bruises or scratches to re-enact experience

genital areas through play

blood stains on underwear bed wetting

sexual transmitted disease
Sexual vaginal / penile discharge
pain on urination
pregnancy
internal cuts
Over sexual behaviour
sleeping / eating problems
inappropriate to age
compulsive eating
Regress to younger
become clingy to carers
behaviour patterns
lack of trust or fear of
Learning Difficulties
certain adults
cease to enjoy certain
activities

low self-esteem

poor self-image

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 Type of Developmental
Physical Indicators Behavioural Indicators
Abuse Indicators
hungry
low self esteem
cold
stealing
learning difficulties
large abdomen
poor social indicators
stunted growth
dirty
aggressive
failure to thrive
Neglect
inadequate / inappropriate
withdrawn
clothing educational progress
can be limited
voracious appetite
untreated medical injuries
difficulty in socialising
tired / lethargic
poor personal hygiene
destructive tendencies
unkempt appearance
low self-esteem
mental health problems
withdrawn
delayed development
Emotional
fear of new situations
speech problems
neurotic behaviour
shy

suicidal
bruises
poor academic
Bullying low self esteem achievements
cuts / scratches
depression

withdrawn

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