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- Child abuse - reporting procedures
Any person who believes, on reasonable grounds, that a child needs protection can notify Child Protection.
- Child Protection Service
The Victorian Child Protection Service provides child-centred, family-focused services to protect children and young people who are at risk of significant harm.
- Sexual abuse
If you suspect sexual abuse or have been told about it by a child, you must report it.
- Crisis support services for families
In times of family crisis it’s good to know there are emergency services only a phone call away.
- Sexual assault
Sexual assault is any unwanted sexual behaviour or activity that makes the victim feel uncomfortable, frightened or threatened.
- Working with your healthcare team
If you see a number of healthcare professionals, it is important to tell them about any other healthcare services you are using.
- Conduct disorder (CD)
Children with untreated conduct disorder (CD) are at increased risk of problems including substance use, personality disorders and mental illnesses.
- Family violence and children
Children exposed to domestic violence are more likely to experience emotional and behavioural problems.
- Children and families at risk due to living circumstances
Certain children are at a higher risk of physical or emotional harm than others due to their living circumstances or home environment.
- Family violence - tips for children and young people
Children and young people are not to blame for violence at home, it's not your fault and it's not a special secret