sexual_abuse_flashcards
What is a key challenge in addressing sexual abuse allegations by children?
Adults often do not believe children’s allegations of abuse.
Which group of children has a higher incidence of sexual abuse?
Children with special educational needs.
Who are the common abusers in cases of sexual abuse?
Fathers, unrelated men, and older brothers.
What percentage of abusers are fathers?
30%.
What percentage of abusers are unrelated men?
15%.
What percentage of abusers are older brothers?
10%.
What are some features that may be present in a sexually abused child?
Pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections, recurrent UTIs, sexually precocious behaviour, anal fissure, bruising, reflex anal dilatation, enuresis, encopresis.
What are some behavioural indicators of sexual abuse in children?
Behavioural problems, self-harm.
What recurrent symptoms might a sexually abused child exhibit?
Headaches, abdominal pain.
