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Mission Kids has just provided your students with important and developmentally appropriate information on body safety and child abuse prevention. Now what?  We know that children are curious, imaginative and often have numerous questions, statements, stories, etc. following these lessons. We understand this can be overwhelming and difficult to navigate. Here we will break down what is typical/healthy, what rises to a level of possible concern, and how to handle each. Let’s begin with a few definitions. What is a “concerning statement?” First let’s talk about concerning statements. A concerning statement is a statement, question, or behavior from a child that warrants further assessment to determine the seriousness and nature of the statement, and to ensure the safety of the child....