How Kids Disclose Abuse
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How Kids Disclose Abuse
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Kids rarely come forward with a clear, direct statement that something is wrong. Instead, disclosures unfold in phases; denial, hints, partial truths, and sometimes even recantation before a child is finally able to reaffirm what happened.
In this episode, Brandon breaks down the five stages of child abuse disclosure, explains why kids communicate in pieces, and shares what adults need to understand about denial, tentative disclosures, active disclosures, recanting, and reaffirming.
You’ll also learn why false allegations are extremely rare and how your reaction can either open the door to safety, or shut it.
This episode gives caregivers, educators, and professionals the tools to recognize the signs early and respond with calm, clarity, and compassion.