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In
one study of maltreated adolescents, 70 percent had academic
performance difficulties; 31 percent admitted drug abuse; 35
percent reported aggressive behaviors; and 41 percent had homicidal
thoughts.
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Reporting
Suspected Abuse
Child
victims of abuse are referred to Mercy Child Advocacy Center by
the Department of Human Services (DHS), law enforcement agencies,
physicians, mental health and other professionals. However, anyone
may call Mercy Child Advocacy Center for information or referrals
regarding suspected child abuse and prevention of child abuse: 712-279-2548
or 1-800-582-0684.
Mercy Child
Advocacy Center does not replace or duplicate the work of the Department
of Human Services (DHS) or law enforcement agencies. To report suspected
child abuse contact:
In
Iowa
Department of Human Services (DHS)
From anyplace in Iowa, call the 24-hour hotline: 1-800-362-2178
Or call your local DHS, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
Woodbury County DHS: 712-255-2699
Law enforcement
Sioux City Police Dept.: 712-279-6960
Woodbury County Sheriff's Dept.: 712-279-6010
Or call your local police or sheriff's department
In
Nebraska
24-hour hotline: 1-800-652-1999
Or call your local Department of Health and Human Services
Dakota County: 1-402-987-3445
Law enforcement
South Sioux City Police Dept.: 1-402-494-7512
Dakota County Sheriff: 1-402-494-7555
Or call your local police or sheriff's department
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