Characteristics of an Incestuous or Interfamilial Child Molester

If you suspect that someone in your family or someone you know might be a child molester, consider the following characteristics of an incestuous or interfamilial molester.

* Usually an adult male, such as a father, step-father, live-in boyrfriend of the mom, uncle, older brother, or grandfather).
* May use threats to continue the molestation.
* Threats may include harming another family member, blaming the child for breaking up the family, or turning on a younger sibling if the child tells.
* Molestation may occur over an extended time period, even years.

If you suspect that a child is being molested, contact your local law agency immediately!