Help For Kids
Designed by a kid for kids dealing with emotional abuse and/or bullying. Explains why some people abuse others, why it is wrong, and how to overcome it. Includes links to other places to go for help
How to Handle Abuse
Hitting, grabbing, and yelling can all be kinds of abuse. This site talks about what abuse is and what to do about it.
Speers Society: For Teens
Provides information, for the victim and the abuser, about preventing abusive relationships. Includes what abuse is, different types, warning signs, support tips, and special problems for teens.
ChildHelpUSA: Kids Only
Identifies common types of abuse and provides a 24-hour hotline for children and teens who are being abused.
Children's Refuge
Offers a place to play, learn, tell jokes, chat with peers (monitored), links to safe sites, downloadable online games, and the option to ask for help and report child abuse.
Stephanie's Safe Haven: What is Abuse?
The definition of abuse, from several sources.
TeensHealth: Abuse
Explains how to recognize symptoms of abuse, identifies long-term effects, and tells where to get help.
TeensHealth: Abusive Relationships
Explains what abuse is, signs that you or a friend are being abused, and how to get help.
Love Our Children USA
Information for kids and teens on recognizing and reporting child abuse. Includes national hotlines for a number of protective agencies.
The Hideout
Learn what domestic violence is, how to help a friend, how to understand your feelings and what you can do. [UK hotline numbers]
What Kids and Teens Need to Know About Child Abuse
Explains several types of abuse, and provides a toll-free abuse hotline.
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