Physical Abuse

Definition:

Any non-accidental physical injury inflicted or caused by an adult, parent, guardian, or any other person

Indicators:

Unexplained bruises reflecting the shape of an article such as, a belt buckle, extension cord, hand prints

Child is embarrassed when bruises are discussed

Child who has many “accidents” at home and seems secretive about what happened

Unexplained burns (cigarette burns, rope burns, scalding, burns from electrical appliances)