More than 3 million children witness domestic violence in their homes every year.
25% of abused children are under the age of 3.
44.4% of children who died because of abuse or neglect were younger than one year of age.
Of child abuse cases in 2012, in over 80% of the cases, the parent was the perpetrator.
In a study of young adults who suffered child abuse or neglect, 80% met criteria for at least one psychiatric disorder by age 21, including depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and suicide attempts.
(** Information gathered from safehorizon.org)
Presley’s story is just like millions of children’s cases all over the world. Fortunately, Presley found a new beginning when she made the decision to take herself out of the situation. Some are not so lucky.
If you or someone you know are victims of any type of abuse, please reach out for help. Here are some hotlines that are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 or thehotline.org
Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-4-A-CHILD or childhelp.org
About Theresa Hissong:
Theresa is a mother of two and the wife of a retired Air Force Master Sergeant. After seventeen years traveling the country, moving from base to base, the family has settled their roots back in Theresa’s home town of Olive Branch, MS, where she enjoys her time with family and old friends.
After almost three years of managing a retail bookstore, Theresa has gone behind the scenes to write romantic stories with flare. She enjoys spending her afternoons daydreaming of the perfect love affair and takes those ideas to paper.
Look for other exciting reads…coming very soon!
Fatal Temptations (Fatal Cross Live! Book 2) Page 19
