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Online Help Center

Welcome to the Online Help Center! Here, you can Search By Concern for the information and guidance you need. Just click a search choice in one or both of the question boxes at the bottom of the page to pull up relevant information for your personal situation.

We’ve also compiled specialized resources by topic below that will help you learn how to speak up about your concerns and take the next steps toward a healthier, happier tomorrow.

Worried About An Adult’s Behavior

Someone you love or care about may be acting in ways that worry or confuse you. Maybe you’ve noticed inappropriate behaviors that have a sexual tone or make others feel awkward, nervous, or embarrassed. Or, you might know of current sexual abuse, possibly involving child pornography that must be stopped. Learn More

Adult’s Behaviors with Children and Youth

Child sexual abuse is almost always a gradual process, not a single event. The more you understand about how and why it happens, the more effective you can be at preventing or stopping it. We can help you make a plan now to step in before a child is harmed or protect a child from further harm. Learn More

Children’s Behaviors

It is often uncomfortable to talk about children and their own sexual behaviors but early involvement and intervention in children’s sexual development and sexual behaviors is crucial. Children’s sexual behaviors are most often very different than adult’s sexual behaviors. Learn how to respond to children’s sexual behaviors so that every child is protected, supported and cared for. Learn More

Worried about Your Own Thoughts and Behaviors

At Stop It Now! we receive many inquiries from adults who are worried about their sexual thoughts and feelings towards children, and who want to take responsibility for keeping children safe. Recognizing a sexual behavior problem in yourself can feel frightening and lonely. Being honest with yourself about risky behavior is the first step towards staying safe. Learn More

Adult Who Experienced Sexual Abuse in Childhood

Adults who have had experiences of sexual abuse as children need and deserve a chance to speak about their experiences with those who understand and can help. Survivors of child sexual abuse can also play a critical role in the prevention of further abuse to other children. If you or someone you love needs support to recover, now is the time to reach out for help. Learn More

Community

If you work with children and teens, you have a critical role in protecting children and creating a positive setting for children to be healthy and happy. We can help you with the knowledge, resources and support you need to create safe environments for youth. This includes knowing when and how to step in when you see inappropriate behavior. You may be the only one who recognizes warning sign behaviors and is in a position to take steps to keep a child safe from sexual abuse. Learn More