child abuse and neglect, pictures of child abuseA teacher-friend of mine, Erika, decided on an teaching at an elementary school in the inner city over a private school in the suburbs because she knew she could make more of a difference there.  She had previously been a social worker in an urban area and knew the types of abuse which occurred within the city limits.  Erika said that while there were times she reported abuse, and gave those kids as much love and attention as she could while they were in her charge, there were cases of child abuse and neglect that went undetected and therefore, unreported.  These children ran to her with arms flung wide every morning, desperate for her approval and hug.  Erika believed that was the best remedy for the kids who suffered severe neglect and condemnation from their families, and I have to agree with her.
 
There are many types of child abuse that go unreported because witnesses just don't know if the child abuse and neglect they have witnessed qualifies as reportable.  But if you suspect that any child is being physically or mentally abused or neglected, please report the abuse to your local authorities.  You can choose to remain anonymous for your own safety, but you will be getting that child the help he/she may need before it becomes too late.

It helps to have more than just child abuse stories in hand for the authorities.  If you are able to attain pictures of child abuse you believe is occurring, photographs will help build a case against the parents in favor of removal of the child from the home.  Child abuse pictures and stories should always be turned into the proper authorities.