predatory behavior
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TRICKY PEOPLE – STRANGER DANGER IN THE DIGITAL AGE
When you read the words , sexual predator, it’s easy to narrowly think only of someone who tries to meet up with your child for a sexual encounter. Think more broadly. In the digital age, this phrase also refers to those who simply “get off” by sending young people sexualized images, engage in sexualized DM…
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this is grooming
Childhood grooming oftentimes looks innocent but over time can have devastating effects on children well into their adult years. This is the story of my aunt’s groomer, turned abuser, and how this was the cause of her untimely death. TheBoldAdvocate shares how a distant relative also groomed her but did not have victory over her!
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SPOTTING AND PREVENTING A CHILD SEXUAL PREDATOR
Sexual predators can be from any background, often undetectable by appearances alone. A study categorizes these offenders into manipulative, opportunist, and coercive types, with child molesters typically being manipulative and targeting known victims. Spotting predatory behavior can be difficult but indicators involve pushing boundaries and constantly being where children are present. Other red flags can…