Child Abuse Prevention Month

April 01, 2022

Be a Champion for a Child

Help Windwood end child abuse in the Lowcountry. Know the signs of child abuse and neglect. To report suspected abuse or neglect, call the SCDSS 24-hour, toll free hotline at 888-227-3487.

Signs of Abuse or Neglect

Shows sudden changes in behavior or school performance
Has not received help for physical or medical problems brought to the parents’ attention
Is always watchful, as though preparing for something bad to happen
Lacks adult supervision
Is overly compliant, passive or withdrawn
Comes to school or other activities early, stays late and does not want to go home
Is reluctant to be around a particular person
Reports injury by a parent or another adult caregiver
Is consistently dirty or has severe body odor
Has difficulty walking or sitting

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