by Marina Lumsden, Yahoo Contributor Minnesota’s children are our children, and for this reason alone we must not ignore the horrifying statistics and numbers that don’t even begin to dive into the cold, hard, and straight facts of child abuse and neglect right here in our state. According to the Minnesota Department of Human Services mn.gov/dhs , April 2010, 4,742 Minnesota Children were CONFIRMED as neglected or abused in 2009. Of these 4,742 children, 70% suffered from neglect, 44 children suffered life threatening injuries and 21 children died from maltreatment. Inexcusable facts • Median age for victims was six years old • White Children accounted for 51 percent of maltreatment victims; African American children, 23 percent; American Indian children, 10 percent, Asian and Pacific Islander children, about one percent. Children who identified with two or more races accounted for 13 percent. Approximately two percent of the remaining cases, racial background was missing or unknown; 11 percent indicated Hispanic ethnicity. • 76 percent of all alleged offenders were victims’ birth parents. Some children were victims of more than one offender. • 20 percent of all those maltreated were physically abused. • 16 percent of all victims suffered sexual abuse. • One percent of all victims suffered medical neglect. • One percent of all victims suffered from emotional or mental abuse. Help prevent child abuse and neglect Although not every Minnesotan is by law a mandated reporter, Minnesotans are greatly encouraged to report suspected child abuse and neglect to their county social service agency or law enforcement agency, and help in the following ways: • Host neighborhood/community conversations and small get-togethers about how to strengthen and support families • Reach out and connect parents to local resources, including parenting education programs, mental health/chemical health counseling, childcare, or financial assistance • Provide support to your stressed, overworked, tired neighborhood parents by baby-sitting, inviting their children over to play, helping the youth with homework or volunteer to help out at school functions • Join, or start, a local child abuse prevention council About the Author
Marina Lumsden is a full-time mother of a 18-month-old son and works for the state of Minnesota as a Guardian Ad Litem. She is very passionate about researching Children's Social Issues and discovering the most up-to-date news and information regarding this matter. She has published as a Yahoo Contributor and as a Minneapolis Parent and Education Examiner at Examiner.com. Content Manifested by Business.BrandShamans.com. We create. You elevate!✨Love what you just read? We'll create powerful, high-ranking content for your brand, too!✨Ready to elevate your business , brand, or book? Let's make magic! Business.BrandShamans.com*Disclaimer: Any information provided about crystals, spiritual practices, and healing is intended for educational and informational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the FDA. Individual results may vary. Please practice caution and informed decision-making in your personal journey. The author is a trained Shamanic Alchemist and experienced holistic researcher. Our content, products, or services are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before beginning or changing any medical treatments or health-related practices.
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
♛Cre8te & Elev8te by Lyn Lomasi♾️♛Sign up for free tips, news, deals, & more! Thank you!You have successfully joined our subscriber list. Your FREE guide email will be delivered soon! Let's cre8te & elev8te! Archives
April 2025
Categories
All
|
MAKE MONEY FROM HOME AS A BRAND SHAMANS AFFILIATE! | Earn 50% Commission Per Sale With The Brand Shamans Affiliate Program!
*Disclaimer: Any information provided about crystals, spiritual practices, and healing is intended for educational and informational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the FDA. Individual results may vary. Please practice caution and informed decision-making in your personal journey. The author is a trained Shamanic Alchemist and experienced holistic researcher. Our content, products, or services are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before beginning or changing any medical treatments or health-related practices.
If you are looking to advertise your talent, purchase an appropriate Content & Brand Elevation package or use the Contact Form to inquire about other placement opportunities.
Certain types of paid advertising are available if we align.
*Disclaimer: Any information provided about crystals, spiritual practices, and healing is intended for educational and informational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the FDA. Individual results may vary. Please practice caution and informed decision-making in your personal journey. The author is a trained Shamanic Alchemist and experienced holistic researcher. Our content, products, or services are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before beginning or changing any medical treatments or health-related practices.
If you are looking to advertise your talent, purchase an appropriate Content & Brand Elevation package or use the Contact Form to inquire about other placement opportunities.
Certain types of paid advertising are available if we align.
♛Cre8te & Elev8te by Lyn Lomasi♾️♛Sign up for free tips, news, deals, & more! Thank you!You have successfully joined our subscriber list. Your FREE guide email will be delivered soon! Let's cre8te & elev8te! COMPANY & SUPPORTAbout Us & Contact
Brand Healing Journal Brand Ambassadors Program Affiliate Program Disclosure, TOU, Disclaimer, & Privacy Policy Freelance Writing Gigs BBB Listing ALL SITESBrand Shamans
FLOW-Key Parenting Lyn Lomasi Article Writer For Hire Pre-K Yoga Heart 'N Mind Homeschool Pawsitive Parenting Gawwwdess Brand Shamans Affiliates Herbal Intent Blogging Abundance Nathan Raps (Partner) Realm Traveler (Partner) Princess Crystal Says (Partner) Authors Large And Small (Partner) Alliance Tech Repair (Partner) |
Recently Published Around Our Community |
© 2005-2025 Brand Shamans Content & Creators Community LLC