Child sexual abuse can be difficult to define because of the many behaviors that can be classified as abuse. However, a full understanding of the nature of child sexual abuse must include accepting that children cannot consent to any sexual act and that child sexual abuse always involves an inequality of power.

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Lewd behavior toward children

Sexual innuendos or suggestive speech

Exposing a child to pornography

Touch or manipulating a child’s genitals in a sexual manner

Adult rubbing against a child (masturbation)

Having children engage in sexual acts with other children

Performing oral sex on a child

Adult having a child perform oral sex on them

Engaging in vaginal or anal intercourse with a child

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