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Over 2,500 children are reported missing every day. How can you help protect your child from those who intend harm? Safety Expert Tom Patire, founder of the CDT Family Training Centers, offers some of his trademarked Tom’s Tips®:
- Talk to your child about safety. Gently explain that some people do bad things and want to hurt children. Make sure that your child understands that “bad guys” can seem friendly.
- Have your child team up. There is increased safety in numbers, so whether your child is heading to school, the park, the movies, anywhere, he should always go with friends.
- Explain the difference between a “good touch” and a “bad touch.” Tell your child that no one should touch her in her private areas (those parts covered by a bathing suit). If anyone does, she should shout, “No, don’t touch me there!” and be sure to tell you about it.
- Describe dangerous situations. Kids like to help. An abductor will often exploit that by asking for help finding a lost pet. Teach your child never to aid an adult who’s looking for a lost puppy, kitten or any type of animal.
- Show your child whom to trust. Tell him that if he gets lost or separated from you, he should go to a trustworthy adult, such as a police officer, security guard, store personnel, a mom with children or a pregnant woman and ask for help.
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