DCF Child Abuse and Neglect (CAAN) questions with correct answers

Three children die as a result of child abuse in the home in the United States each____. Answer Day How many people report child abuse when faced with an actual situation? Answer 1/3 What is the single, leading cause of death for children ages four and younger? Answer child abuse and neglect On average, child abuse is reported somewhere in the United States every____. Answer 10 seconds True or False: Strangers pose the greatest risk of sexual abuse to children. Answer False, most children are abused by people they know. True or False: Child molesters get their sexual gratification only from children. Answer False, many child molesters also have sexual relationships with adults. The average age that child molesters first attack a child is when the molesters are_____. Answer In their teens Which of the following actions can help stop child abuse and neglect? a. Helping a stressed-out parent by baby-sitting, making a meal for their family, or lending an understanding