Sexual Abuse of Children: A Review of Victim Symptomatology, Offender Behavioral Patterns, and Treatment Methods

doi:10.4324/9780203054482-7

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Sexual Abuse of Children: A Review of Victim Symptomatology, Offender Behavioral Patterns, and Treatment Methods

ABSTRACT

In this article theories of sexual abuse of children and treatment programs are reviewed. Familial patterns and signs of psychological distress are identified.