I Am a Mandatory Reporter by My Own Choice. Are You?

[MineralMan]

6. Yes. The cases of that continue to increase, as more investigations are done.

The extent of the problem is beginning to become understood. And yet, some continue to attempt to minimize the seriousness of the problem and to excuse it through "whataboutism" and other logical errors. The public needs to step up its own observations and report situations to the authorities, I think.

Sadly, many child victims never speak up about what has happened, out of fear, shame, threats, or other issues. Often, by the time they speak out, statutes of limitations have expired, preventing prosecution. We need to protect the children by watching for signs of such abuse around us.