The Well-Armored Child: A Parent’s Guide to Preventing Sexual Abuse

For me, this book is amazingly informative based on just one chapter, "Institutions and Families: When Good People Do Bad Things." On page 98, Casteix, citing Navarro, explains why predators are drawn to institutions such as families, churches and schools--where they will be tolerated. In institutions, predators of high rank will be respected, institutions provide access to children, and institutions will do everything they can to protect their reputation. Most of us happily join an institution. Casteix provides questions to consider before joining an institution (pp 99-100).

Good tips. Seemed like it filled an unusual niche. Prevention is better than cure here and it breaks down stereotypes/typical fears of the very rare stranger abduction or assault to help the parent see signs of 'grooming' in the child which usually takes place over a period of weeks or months.

"The Well Armored Child" is loaded with important information about how to protect your child from sexual abuse. I especially liked the author's chapter on "Grooming: The Predators Gateway." Most parents would not have a clue if their child was being targeted. This book is a must read for anyone who cares about the safety of kids.

Good book. Arrived right away.

author's perspective valuable. passed this on to my adult daughter to help her protect her children.

A clearly written manual for protecting your child from sexual predators and helping you to communicate with your child about these issues. A valuable resource for all parents.

This book gives the tools needed to do our job to help prevent child sex abuse.

Important information.

Was very helpful to just hear it from someone else and better horn your skills as a parent