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the socialization in child sexual abuse
the socialization in child sexual abuse A macrosystem factor that is probably implicated in the high prevalence of child sexual abuse is the socialization of both males and females, the standards of which are bound within the sociocultural norms of society. As such, beginning at even a very young age, males are socialized to be […]
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child sexual abuse is an abuse of power
child sexual abuse is an abuse of power Experts now agree that child sexual abuse is primarily an abuse of power. The most classic conceptualization of abuse is that of more powerful adults abusing less powerful children. Yet, the issue of power is more complex, for three reasons. First, up to 40% of all offenders […]
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Ecological Influences of child sexual abuse
Ecological Influences of child sexual abuse Risk of sexual abuse can be conceptualized as a result of various external influences that are experienced by children internally as potentiating or protective factors. In other words, children are at risk of sexual abuse because of factors that occur outside the child (i.e,, at the level of the […]
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child sexual abuse by uncles and male cousins
child sexual abuse by uncles and male cousins Uncles and male cousins are the other relatives who frequently commit sexual abuse. While uncles and cousins abuse at approximately the same rate as fathers (Russell, 1986), there is almost nothing in the literature about abuse by these extended family members. There are only two known studies […]
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Sibling incest in child sexual abuse
Sibling incest in child sexual abuse Approximately 1% to 2% of all women are victims of sibling abuse. This abuse accounts for approximately 7% to 14% of all intrafamilial abuse and 1% to 4% of all child sexual abuse. Professionals once thought that sibling abuse was a lesser form of sexual abuse, assuming that it […]
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child sexual abuse by grandfathers
child sexual abuse by grandfathers Abuse by a grandparent accounts for approximately 11% of all substantiated abuse by nonparental caretakers (Margolin & Craft, 1989) but only 1% to 2% of all child sexual abuse (Russell, 1983; Wyatt, 1985). Of grandparents who abuse, grandmothers account for 0% to 7% of that abuse (Cupoli & Sewell, 1988; […]
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How to measuring child sexual abuse
How to measuring child sexual abuse Once the criteria for the definition of child sexual abuse are determined, the next issue is how best to determine whether the respondent has been sexually abused. The issue concerning accurate disclosure can probably be subsumed within two categories—methodological and ideological concerns. From an ideological standpoint, the issue of […]
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Interpersonal changes in child development
Just as each expectant parent experiences psychological and emotional changes and challenges during pregnancy, so intimate relationships also undergo a transition in preparation for the baby’s arrival. The ability of a couple, their extended family and social network to adjust affects the amount of support the new parent receives. Lack of support from a partner […]
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child psychiatrist perspective
child psychiatrist perspective Over 50 % of children who have a parent with affective illness experience psychological symptoms (Beardslee et al. 1998), with three times the rates of mood or anxiety disorders reported . Beardslee published a book for families and lay caregivers about the process of dealing with depression in families. It is important […]
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sexual exploitation of a minor child
sexual exploitation of a minor child Globalization with its increasing cross-border movement of capital, goods and people facilitates human trafficking in its various manifestations such as forced labor (including sexual exploitation), organ trade and child adoption trade. As a consequence, there has been a world-wide increase in commercial sexual exploitation in recent years, in particular […]
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