ERIC Number: EJ804010
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2006
Pages: 24
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Diagnosing Child Sex Abuse: A Research Challenge
Duffy, Catrina; Keenan, Mickey; Dillenburger, Karola
International Journal of Behavioral Consultation and Therapy, v2 n2 p150-173 2006
Child sex abuse increasingly is recognised as a societal problem that can no longer be ignored. In this paper definitions, prevalence, trends, assessment, and available diagnostic procedures are described and critically evaluated. It is argued that the lack of reliable diagnostic procedures remains one of the main difficulties in dealing effectively with the detrimental effects of CSA on the child or adult. The research challenge to find effective alternative procedures is outlined.
Descriptors: Clinical Diagnosis, Child Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Incidence, Trend Analysis, Definitions, Foreign Countries, Gender Differences, Self Disclosure (Individuals), Age Differences, Developmental Stages, Memory, Therapy, Developmental Disabilities, Evaluation Methods, Interviews, Freehand Drawing, Role Playing, Interaction, Observation, Check Lists, Sexuality, Child Behavior
Joseph Cautilli, Ph.D. & The Behavior Analyst Online Organization. 535 Queen Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147-3220. Tel: 215-462-6737; Web site: http://www.baojournal.com/
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: United Kingdom
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