Abuse and education

Every ten seconds, otherwise known as 9,000 times a day some sort of abuse is reported. This could be physical, sexual, emotional, or neglectful abuse. As alot of us have seen or witnessed abuse defiantly takes it's toll on childrens grades. Instead of worrying about grades and homework, and tests. These kids are worrying if they will have food tonight, or if they will get to take a bath today. Or "i wonder if daddy's going to get mad and yell at me or hit me again... these are all forms or abuse. which in turn usually lead to lower test scores, depression, lower grades things of that nature. Some signs to watch for would be uneasy, antiscoial, lack of motivation, depression, stressed, eating disorders, aggressive , or fearful of adults. You can also tell by lack of medical attention, not getting medication, going to the dentist, going to the docotor if sick, these are also signs to watch. Things that may lead to some sort of abuse would be young parents, poverty, and or drugs and alcohol. As for us and other educators its our job to report abuse issues in the classroom and be aware and knowledgeabble of the situation. Have a plan of action, do your reasearch, dont second guess yourself, follow up with progress and remain committed. Theres nothing more important then investing in a child and letting them know that you care and that you will be there for them no matter what happens. Some of these kids have little to nothing, i couldnt imagine what thats like...