Prevention and Protection IntroductionWe all have an obligation to prevent abuse and protect others from abuse. Talking to Children about AbuseProtecting children from abuse is a priority for parents and leaders. Prevention and protection begins at home. Using Technology SafelyTeaching your children to use technology wisely can help your children stay protected from those who would seek to harm them. Recognizing Patterns of AbuseThere are common signs to watch for of how abuse often begins and continues. By understanding these patterns, we can know where to take action to prevent abuse from happening or to stop it if it has started. Recognizing Types of Abuse and Abusive BehaviorUnderstanding what abuse is can help in talking about, recognizing, responding to, and healing from abuse.