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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Near 50% rise in people contacting NSPCC over children's welfare in sports settings

The NSPCC documented a significant rise in contacts to their helpline regarding children's welfare in sports clubs, indicating a 47% increase over the past year.
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fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Why Athletes Do (and Don't) Report Abuse in Sports

Fear of retaliation and disbelief keep athletes silent about abuse.
Toxic norms frame abuse as toughness, making it hard to recognize.
Survivors report more when met with belief and support.
Reporting must protect athletes, not punish them.
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