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Child Abuse Helpline

(BILINGUAL) General information on child abuse and related issues. Referrals to local agencies for child abuse reporting. Crisis counseling.
Voice: 1-800-422-4453 (24 hr.)
Website: http://www.childhelp.org
Verified: 10/15/2010

(BILINGUAL) Provides information on all aspects of child maltreatment.
Voice: 1-800-394-3366 (Mon.-Fri., 8:30am-5:30pm EST)
Verified: 10/15/2010

(BILINGUAL) Will take reports of child pornography on the internet. Aim is to stop this form of child sexual abuse.
Voice: 1-800-232-5378
Verified: 10/15/2010

Mission is to protect children and animals from abuse, neglect and cruelty. Advocates on behalf of children (capital/corporal punishment, child protective services, medical neglect, etc.) and animals.
Voice: 1-800-227-4645
Verified: 10/15/2010

The above information was "verified" as correct on the date at the end of each entry. Since American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse's database is extensive but staffing is limited and information for these organizations can change, it is not possible to keep every entry in American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse database completely current and accurate. Please check with the organizations listed for the most current information.

For additional information on self-help groups, please visit the American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse web site at http://www.mentalhelp.net/selfhelp

If you find information that is not current, please contact American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse at: admin@selfhelpgroups.org

WebMD Medical Reference from the American Self-Help Clearinghouse

Last Updated: 1/, 011

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