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[–] SturdyGal 0 points 2 points (+2|-0) ago  (edited ago)

For some reason when you are abused it seems as though a target is placed on to you

I have noticed this, too. I wonder if it is because a loosely organized group is grooming kids and they communicate with each other? Or is it a change within the child that abusers can see, much like survivors can tell a predator right away?

Also you ask the interesting question of why you didn't think of moving tables sooner. I think that victims are sort of stunned by the assault, especially in public where you wouldn't want to call attention to it out of embarrassment (they should be the ones embarrassed). I think abusers count on that, sort of like a cobra hypnotizing a little mouse. Many adults would be frozen in place, too, I think.

Thanks for your insights. If you have any ideas on how we can better protect children, please post.