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The definitions of child abuse include physical, emotional and sexual abuse, neglect and exploitation of a child. Bullying may be considered an abuse in the sports setting.

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Not every child with a disability is vulnerable in every situation. However it can be said that certain factors may mean that children with a disability are more vulnerable and could therefore be more open to abuse.
Historically, children with a disability have been encouraged to comply with other people’s wishes, for example, in residential homes and hospitals and this has meant they are more vulnerable to be bribed and manipulated

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The damage inflicted by bullying can frequently be underestimated. It can cause considerable distress to children to the extent that it affects their health and development or, at the extreme, causes them significant harm (including self-harm or death through suicide). Sports clubs and activity providers should be aware of the organisation’s anti-bullying policy.