August 29, 2017

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Lifelong impacts on children witnessing abuse

Of course one would expect a negative affect on children witnessing or experiencing abuse at home. Withdrawn in school, poor grades, perhaps acting out or rebelling themselves…but according to one study, boys who grow up with abuse are:

  • 4x more likely to abuse in a dating relationship
  • 25x more likely to commit rape as an adult
  • 6x more likely to commit suicide
  • 1,000x more likely to commit violent acts against their own children.

It’s time we work to break that cycle and help Fond du Lac Say No More. If you see something, say something. Need help? Learn more about your local options.

Read more here:

The Risks to Boys Who Grow Up with Abuse

By: Fond du Lac Area Womens Fund