Eating problems such as overeating or anorexia Self-harm or mutilation, sometimes leading to suicide attempts Saying they have secrets they cannot tell anyone about Substance or drug abuse Suddenly having unexplained sources of money Not allowed to have friends (particularly in adolescence) Acting in a sexually explicit way towards adults. Neglect It can be difficult to recognise neglect, however its effects can be long term and damaging for children. The physical signs of neglect may include: Being constantly dirty or ‘smelly’. Constant hunger, sometimes stealing food from children. Losing weight, or constantly underweight. Inappropriate or dirty clothing. Neglect may be indicated by changes in behaviour may include: Mentioning being left alone or unsupervised. Not having many friends. Complaining of being tired all the time. Not requesting medical assistance and/or failing to attend appointments. 3.5 Specific Safeguarding Issues In understanding the signs and indicators of specific issues listed earlier in this policy Schools and Colleges can access broad Government guidance and more importantly access local procedures, strategies and tools through the
Eating problems such as overeating or anorexia Self-harm or mutilation, sometimes leading to suicide attempts Saying they have secrets they cannot tell anyone about Substance or drug abuse Suddenly having unexplained sources of money Not allowed to have friends (particularly in adolescence) Acting in a sexually explicit way towards adults. Neglect It can be difficult to recognise neglect, however its effects can be long term and damaging for children. The physical signs of neglect may include: Being constantly dirty or ‘smelly’. Constant hunger, sometimes stealing food from children. Losing weight, or constantly underweight. Inappropriate or dirty clothing. Neglect may be indicated by changes in behaviour may include: Mentioning being left alone or unsupervised. Not having many friends. Complaining of being tired all the time. Not requesting medical assistance and/or failing to attend appointments. 3.5 Specific Safeguarding Issues In understanding the signs and indicators of specific issues listed earlier in this policy Schools and Colleges can access broad Government guidance and more importantly access local procedures, strategies and tools through the
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