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    FAQ - About Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS)
    Answers to commonly asked questions about shaken baby syndrome (SBS) including medical consequences, prevention and ways to get help and additional information related to SBS.... Details >
    National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome
    Injury-Related Web Sites
    Links to organizations found at this site are provided solely as a service. These links do not constitute an endorsement of these organizations or their programs by the Centers for Disease Control Pre... Details >
    National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
    Parenting the Sexually Abused Child
    This article provides some basic information about child sexual abuse as well as some special considerations for parents who adopt children who have been victims of sexual abuse.... Details >
    National Adoption Information Clearinghouse, Administration for Children and Families
    Physical Consequences of Shaking an Infant or Toddler
    A brief description of what happens and why when an infant or toddler is shaken violently.... Details >
    National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome
    Use of Physical Discipline
    Many child development and child welfare professionals believe that spanking, hitting, or slapping is not effective and is damaging to the self-respect and self-esteem of children.... Details >
    American Humane Association, Children's Division
    Search for general information on Child Abuse
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    Administration for Children and Families, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
    Children's Bureau, Administration for Children and Families
    Kempe Children's Center
    National Center for Missing and Exploited Children
    Prevent Child Abuse America
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