Child Abuse

What to do if…

…you were sexually abused as a child

  • Tell someone you know and can trust.
  • You may want to utilize professional community resources, such as the Missouri State Counseling Center (417-836-5116), or Victim’s Center Hotline (417-864-7233). Both can provide information about services and resources available to you.
  • Remember: It was not your fault and there are people you can talk to about abuse you experienced as a child.

…you believe a child is being sexually abused.

  • Make sure the child, or any other children, is safe and away from the suspected abuser.
  • Contact the Victim’s Center (417-864-7233), the Child Sexual Abuse Hotline (800-392-3738), or the Police.
  • Seek out medical attention at a hospital emergency room.
  • If you fear that you are abusing a child, and need help, contact Missouri State Counseling Center, Family Violence Center, or the Victim’s Center. Please note that while these agencies will provide you with help, they may also be mandated to report the abuse.
  • You may want to utilize professional community resources, such as the Missouri State Counseling Center. Counseling and Testing can provide information about services and resources available to you. Please note that the Counseling Center may be mandated to report the abuse.

...you are an adult who has been recently sexually assaulted or raped

  • View the following Sexual Assault information

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