Why are there so many people out there who abuse children?
448101
Well there are a lot of sick people in this world today and as a socity we have grown more sexualy. With tv and the internet it has grown more easly for petitfiles to meet with smally children, and less time in prison than any other time in history for committing a crime.Rapeing of our children is easier for them to do and they dont get much time. So we as a people need to set hasher pentiles for these crimes.
16600
Because they are often manipulated to completely depend on their abuser. Lots of people think that abuse is just physical, it's not, the abuser puts down the victim so much  and isolates them so that they think that they could never make it on their own, and noone else would want them and they have no other options. Also, abuser often controlls money, could threaten to kill victim if she leaves (most victims get killed when trying to leave) hurt victims' children, other family members or pets.
225433
I don't know the exact statistics, but you might check out this website.  There is no doubt that abuse causes serious problems especially in children.  Many adults diagnosed with multiple personalities experienced some sort of abuse as a child.  Abuse can also be linked to causing many cases of depression and other mental illnesses.\n\nThe exact statistics will probably be directly related to how you classify "mentally disturbed".\n\nI'll keep looking, but right now, I'm just getting off work, so this is a start.
621029
because people are crappy parents and dont want to do any work, they dont want to sit down with there kids and explain how things work, they want to abuse them and then wonder why they listen to shitty music and shoot people. then they arent createive enough to come up with a god reason for it to happen so they blame someone they can sue.
1048394
because in today's society no one accepts responsibility for there actions or for there kids actions. So they have to blame any one they can. And when they blame someone else it takes the blame off of them. sad isn't it
338276
most where abused as a child and thats the only thing they know
591956
My opinion is because they just don't care, they are burnt out, been rude to & now thye reflect how they have been treated.\nParents don't take time to teach their children to be respectful to others, it's a real shame!
998699
It is a psychological problem. In most cases the reason a person molests children is because them self has been molested. It is same as if a man beats his wife or his kids, is because that is what his father done and so he thinks it is alright.
253426
There has been several in the news here lately. Just watch the news or call any tv station and ask them about a child abuse the showed on the news.You can't get any closer then that unless you are (the abused child.)
148261
Because these people wanted to make almost every kid suffer!
532851
It is nothing new.  It has being going on since time immoreal.  It effects all classes of society, all professions, all religions, the rich and the poor, the young and the old.  It is a curse.  It ruins more people's lives than any other form of abuse.  The do-gooders claim that the perverts are ill and need treatment.  They pay far more attention to them than they do to the victims.  Pedophiles are manipulative, clever and use tactics that can only be imagined.  I will not give any details but suffice is to say that they use language, threats and intimidation on their child victims.  The vast majority of men who have been indecently assaulted when young, seldom if ever tell anyone about their experience.  Most women also keep it 'secret' only informing their husbands when things go wrong much later in life.  Consequently the perverts appear to be 'getting away with it'.  I have worked in law enforcement and everytime the issue of capital punishment arrises (UK), I honestly and sincerely advocate the death penalty for anyone committing a serious sexual offence on a child under the age of ten.  I really mean it.  In my experience, and in many documented cases, they are incapable of being 'cured' of their sick and evil habits.  If an animal was to do what some of these people do to their young, they would be 'put down' immediately. Some of the true stories that I was told by young and indeed elderly people about their experiences as much as fifty years ago would make the strongest of stomachs, retch.  Teachers, doctors, judges, police officers, solicitors, and any other group of people you can imagine are preying on the young of society in every country of the world.  It is a sad, sad state of affairs when we cannot protect them.
397907
I think you pretty much answered your own question: Because they are psychopaths. Like the other post said though, what comes around always goes around. People that commit harm against others no matter how large or small, will eventually be made to confront and deal with what they did. It may not even be in this lifetime, but karma has a way of coming back on everyone. NOONE is exempt from it if they know what they are doing is wrong.
908462
People can really be cruel .\nIt makes them think they are special .
744394
Because they are just plain IGNORANT!! I was abused as a child and DON'T find it amusing at all.
759581
=Child abuse is harm to, or neglect of, a child by another person, whether adult or child. Child abuse happens in all cultural, ethnic, and income groups. Child abuse can be physical, emotional - verbal, sexual or through neglect. Abuse may cause serious injury to the child and may even result in death. \nSigns of possible abuse include:\n\nPhysical Abuse\nUnexplained or repeated injuries such as welts, bruises, or burns. \nInjuries that are in the shape of an object (belt buckle, electric cord, etc.) \nInjuries not likely to happen given the age or ability of the child. For example, broken bones in a child too young to walk or climb. \nDisagreement between the child's and the parent's explanation of the injury. \nUnreasonable explanation of the injury. \nObvious neglect of the child (dirty, undernourished, inappropriate clothes for the weather, lack of medical or dental care). \nFearful behavior. \nEmotional - Verbal Abuse\nAggressive or withdrawn behavior. \nShying away from physical contact with parents or adults. \nAfraid to go home. \nSexual Abuse\nChild tells you he/she was sexually mistreated. \nChild has physical signs such as: \ndifficulty in walking or sitting. \nstained or bloody underwear. \ngenital or rectal pain, itching, swelling, redness, or discharge \nbruises or other injuries in the genital or rectal area. \nChild has behavioral and emotional signs such as: \ndifficulty eating or sleeping. \nsoiling or wetting pants or bed after being potty trained. \nacting like a much younger child. \nexcessive crying or sadness. \nwithdrawing from activities and others. \ntalking about or acting out sexual acts beyond normal sex play for age. \nAbuse can happen in any family, regardless of any special characteristics. However, in dealing with parents, be aware of characteristics of families in which abuse may be more likely:\n\nFamilies who are isolated and have no friends, relatives, church or other support systems. \nParents who tell you they were abused as children. \nFamilies who are often in crisis (have money problems, move often). \nParents who abuse drugs or alcohol. \nParents who are very critical of their child. \nParents who are very rigid in disciplining their child. \nParents who show too much or too little concern for their child. \nParents who feel they have a difficult child. \nParents who are under a lot of stress. \nIf you suspect child abuse of any kind, you should:\n\nTake the child to a quiet, private area. \nGently encourage the child to give you enough information to evaluate whether abuse may have occurred. \nRemain calm so as not to upset the child. \nIf the child reveals the abuse, reassure him/her that you believe him/her, that he/she is right to tell you, and that he/she is not bad. \nTell the child you are going to talk to persons who can help him/her. \nReturn the child to the group (if appropriate). \nRecord all information. \nImmediately report the suspected abuse to the proper local authorities. In most states, reporting suspected abuse is required by law. \nIf you employ other providers or accept volunteers to help you care for the children in your facility, you should check their background for a past history of child abuse or other criminal activity. Contact your local police department. Many states require that child care providers have background and criminal history checks.\n\nDealing with child abuse is emotionally difficult for a provider. As a child care provider, you should get training in recognizing and reporting child abuse before you are confronted with a suspected case. If you suspect a case of child abuse, you may need to seek support from your local health department, child support services department, or other sources within your area.\n\n\nThe second link includes other resources for you. Thank you for being aware and caring.. \n\nSource(s):\n\nhttp://www.childwelfare.gov/pubs/factshe...\n\nhttp://www.keepkidshealthy.com/welcome/c...
1032234
because some people cant take care of babies. they may be too young, raped, or in a terrible relationship that you cannot understand until you walk in their shoes.
1039238
It's because they were told as children they'd be eternally tortured if they dare think a different way. It's abuse and mind control at its finest.