Child Sexual Abuse

Laura K. Murray, Amanda Nguyen, Judith A. Cohen

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Abstract

This article begins by defining sexual abuse, and reviews the literature on the epidemiology of child sexual abuse (CSA). Clinical outcomes of CSA are described, including health and mental health. An outline is given of all the services often involved after an incident of CSA, and the need for coordination among them. Treatment strategies and evidence-based recommendations are reviewed. Challenges around dissemination and implementation, cultural considerations, and familial dynamics are described. Possible future directions are discussed.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)321-337
Number of pages17
JournalChild and Adolescent Psychiatric Clinics of North America
Volume23
Issue number2
DOIs
StatePublished - Apr 2014

Keywords

  • Child sexual abuse
  • Prevalence
  • Treatment

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health
  • Psychiatry and Mental health

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