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What are the reasons people conceal abuse?

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Here are a few:

Fear of retribution.
Shame and embarrassment.
Fear of consequences to third parties like children or elders.
A desire to protect the perpetrator. I am not blaming the victim; just shedding light on what sometimes happens.
A belief that the perp will change.
Lack of knowledge about possible steps to take.
afraid if revealed concicuense of death

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