" ("What You Can Do") Children must be taught self-esteem and self-preservation, that they can talk to adults about problems, where are the safe places to play, and to be aware of their surroundings and those in it. It is paramount that parents know the people in their neighborhood, the friendlier one is with their neighbors the safer they will be. In this way the neighbors will always be on the lookout for trouble and everyone can watch over everyone else. But most importantly adults, especially parents, must recognize that they are responsible for their own actions and should retain a measure of level-headedness and self-control at all times. Finally, parents need to take personal responsibility for their children's care, providing both physical and emotional nurturing. Because of their innocence and inability to survive on their own, crimes against children are one of the worst crimes imaginable....

Besides the physical abuse that can be seen, emotional abuse toward children can be just as damaging and criminal. However, education and awareness is the best defense against criminals who wish to take advantage of children. And it is up to the parents and the rest of the adults in society to all work together to provide a safe and secure environment for today's children.
Works Cited

Bulwer, Perry. Religion and Child Abuse News. Web. 29 Oct. 2011.

http://religiouschildabuse.blogspot.com/

Web. 29 Oct. 2011. http://helpguide.org/mental/child_abuse_physical_emotional_sexual_neglect.htm%20//%20types

http://helpguide.org/mental/child_abuse_physical_emotional_sexual_neglect.htm%20//%20types

"What You Can Do to Fight Crime Against Children." Klasskids Foundation for Children. Web. 29 Oct. 2011. http://www.klaaskids.org/whatyoucando.html