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Being Abused, Threatened, Humiliated- where to go for help

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Also see inside cover of your local phone book for local numbers. Each State provides its own emergency phone numbers in the white pages of your local phone book for child abuse and neglect. Learn more about Teen Violence, Sexual Assault at Teen Violence & Assault.

Boys Town National Hotline 1-800-448-3000

you have any problems and would like to talk to someone or need help. Calls from Canada are welcome Boy's Town

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Childhelp USA National Child Abuse Hotline 1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453)

Call if you need help or would like to talk with someone, or if you need information about filing a report of abuse. Childhelp USA /

Covenant House Nineline 1-800-999-9999

Crisis counseling for kids, homeless in need. < a title="Nineline Crisis Hotline 365 days a year, help is always available" href="http://www.covenanthouse.org/homeless-youth-programs/nineline" target="_blank">Covenant House

Suicide Information & Education Center 1-403-245-3900

This computer-assisted resource library has an extensive collection of materials and resources related to suicide, including information kits, pamphlets, literature searches, and a clipping service. Suicide Information & Ed Center /

• Services used by professionals, students, caregivers, and community members across Alberta, CA; and internationally

Help for kids of Alcoholic Parents

If you are in a family where somebody drinks too much alcohol (like beer, wine, or whiskey), some painful and confusing things may be happening to you. You may think you are the only person who is in a family like that.

The truth is that there are almost 14 million alcoholic people in the United States. They are hurting a lot inside, and they often hurt or neglect their families as well. If your family is troubled like this, it's important for you to know that you are not alone. There are people who will understand, listen, and help. Right Now!

You cannot force your family to get help. You can get help. You can change your life. Talk about it with someone you trust.

Maybe you don't have a parent with a drinking problem, but you have a friend who needs help. Some of the ways you might help is to be understanding and to listen carefully. Talking about things with friends can be a big help! Encourage your friend to talk to a trusted adult.

• Children of Alcoholics Foundation Helpline 1-800-359-2623
• The National "YOUTH" Crisis:1-800-999-9999
• Al-Anon/ Alateen General Line 1-800-356-9996




Tips on Conflict Resolution for Kids Stop and Think, don't loose control.by Prevent Child Abuse America©

• Listen when the other person is speaking.
• Try to understand the speakers point of view before you share yours.
• Think before you speak, words hurt. Say exactly what you mean, in a clear non threatening tone.
• Move away quickly from anyone who has a weapon, is impaired by drugs or alcohol. This is no time to hold a discussion on the merrits of ones behavior. This is not the time to resolve conflicts. Call 911 for help.
• Think about it, violence on TV may look exciting, funny and even heroic. In real life, violence is frightening and dangerous. There is no glory in dying or killing another person.
• AVOID people who tease or threaten others. Who needs friends like that, life is tough enough without them.
• REMEMBER, belonging to a group is fun. But sometimes groups can pressure you into doing things that are wrong, and when the police come knocking, guess who they point to.....you!!! Don't let others think for you, because they won't stand up for you, only you can, and will when the time comes for you to pay the price for what you did for the "group".
• WALK AWAY when you're too angry to be reasonable. Cool down. Then come back and talk it out, calmly!!
• Have a problem, ask a cool headed friend or adult to help you solve it.
• Respect yourself and others too. Even people who are differnent in dress, appearance, or some other way deserve to be treated just how you would like to be treated....With Respect!




Related articles

• High School Teen Violence
• Indications of Child Abuse & Maltreatment
• Understanding Teen Dating Violence (PDF)
• Long-Term Consequences of Child Abuse and Neglect
• What Is Child Abuse and Neglect?
• Child Abuse Neglect & Statistics (PDF - 1.2MB)
• Bullying- what's it like




Resources

Boy's Town, childhelp USA, Covenant House, Suicide Education Center, Prevent Child Abuse America