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Why boys’ sexual abuse often goes unreported

Fear, shame and stigma keep many boys from reporting sexual abuse. In Telangana, families describe the difficult work of helping children heal while pursuing justice, sometimes years after the abuse. The silence can deepen the harm and delay support.
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