How to Help

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Jun 17, 2025

How To: Gospel Topics - Abuse

Victims need someone to believe them and to provide kind, caring support.
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Jun 17, 2025

How To: How Can Church Leaders Support Victims of Abuse

Because of the trauma of abuse, victims may be impacted physically, spiritually, mentally, and emotionally. As a leader, you may have questions about how to help. Increasing your knowledge and understanding of the impacts of abuse will help you support, minister, and effectively provide spiritual guidance and support.
Two young women sit across from each other at a table. They are holding each others hands in what appears to be a way to comfort the other.

Jun 17, 2025

How To: How Can I Support Someone Who Has Been Abused

Abuse can cause deep emotional pain, distorted thinking, and unhealthy behaviors.
Two young women sit across from each other at a table. They are holding each others hands in what appears to be a way to comfort the other.

Jun 17, 2025

How To: How To Help

Victims need someone to believe them and to provide kind, caring support.
Two young women sit across from each other at a table. They are holding each others hands in what appears to be a way to comfort the other.

Jun 17, 2025

How To: Preventing and Responding to Abuse

This document summarizes current Church policies and guidelines on abuse.
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Jun 17, 2025

How To: Protect the Child – Responding to Child Abuse

This video discusses the responsibilities of ward and branch councils in regards to preventing child abuse.
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Jun 17, 2025

How To: Protecting Members and Reporting Abuse

Abuse can include the physical, emotional, or sexual mistreatment of others.
Two young women sit across from each other at a table. They are holding each others hands in what appears to be a way to comfort the other.

Jun 17, 2025

How To: What are Signs that Someone is Being Abused

Signs of abuse are not always easy to recognize.
Two young women sit across from each other at a table. They are holding each others hands in what appears to be a way to comfort the other.

Jun 17, 2025

How To: What should I do if I know or Suspect that someone is being Abused

If you know or suspect someone is being abused, report the abuse to civil authorities.
Two young women sit across from each other at a table. They are holding each others hands in what appears to be a way to comfort the other.

Jun 17, 2025

How To: What Should I Do if My Child has been Abused

You may go through a wide range of emotions in discovering that your child has been abused, including shock, disbelief, anger, and sadness.
Two young women sit across from each other at a table. They are holding each others hands in what appears to be a way to comfort the other.