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Be Safe: Abusive Behaviors Social Story
Overview
These resources, part of the Be Safe resource collection, are social stories that provide information for individuals with autism on what are abusive behaviors, including physical abuse.
Part 1: Abusive Behaviors
People might try different ways to get me to do things that I don’t like.
They might call me names or say mean things.
They might say that they won’t be my friend or care about me
They might not help me when I need it.
They might take things away from me.
They might even hit me or hurt me in other ways.
They might try to scare me.
It is not ok for people to do mean things to me.
If someone tries to do these things, I should tell them to "stop".
If people do these things to me, I should tell an adult that I trust.
I am in charge of my body.
No one is allowed to touch me unless I say it is ok.
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Part 2: What is Physical Abuse?
Physical abuse is when somebody hurts me on purpose.
Hitting, kicking and biting are some of the ways people might try to hurt me.
It is not okay for someone to touch me these ways.
If someone hurts me, I should tell an adult that I trust.
I can choose who touches me.
I am in charge of my body.
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Other downloads
| Name | Description | Type | File |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | Abusive Behaviors | Download file: Part 1 | |
| Part 2 | What is Physical Abuse | Download file: Part 2 |
This information was developed by the Autism Services, Education, Resources, and Training Collaborative (ASERT). For more information, please contact ASERT at 877-231-4244 or info@PAautism.org. ASERT is funded by the Bureau of Supports for Autism and Special Populations, PA Department of Human Services.