Even then, blocking is often not the end of the story. Children describe perpetrators returning through new accounts, different usernames, or on entirely different platforms, finding ways to re-establish contact and continue the abuse. Rather than relying on children to protect themselves after contact has been made, greater attention is needed on preventing perpetrators from targeting and reaching children in the first place. While helping children recognize and respond to risks is important, too much responsibility is currently placed on their shoulders, even though this burden should never be theirs to carry. Children should not have to fight so hard to be safe and supported. Through Children’s Eyes How do children get support and recover? 36