You notice moodiness or a change in other behaviour, grades, or friends. This could mean something is going on. "If you suspect abuse, be direct. Ask if someone hurt them," Chrestman advised. Try questions such as, "Did somebody do something to make you feel bad?" Or, "Has something happened?"
"Don't blame them and let them know you love them and you will protect them from further harm," she urged, adding that a great online resource for parents and kids to learn about, prevent, and deal with sexual abuse is RAINN. You can also call the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673.