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Understanding the deception tactics of abusers

Sex abusers are out to deceive everyone around them. And for many people, it’s hard to acknowledge the reality that predators are among us, and, are often the last people we expect. Many abusers utilize trusted positions in the community — coaches, teachers, organization leaders — to find and groom victims, and they count on the esteem of their positions to excuse them from any suspicion. Understanding the layers of deception utilized by an abuser helps us have a better handle on recognizing red flags and signs of potential abuse.

Recommended Reading:

• Warning Signs for Young Children
• Communication Tactics Used By Sexual Predators To Entrap Children Explained
• Sex Offender Typologies
• 8 Ways A Predator Might Groom Your Child