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Judicial Discretion in Cases of Sexual Abuse, 2008.
A discussion on limiting judicial discretion to admit evidence in cases of sexual abuse of youngsters.
1,650 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 53.95
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This paper examines the subject of judicial discretion, specifically as it was applied by the United States Supreme Court in "Tome v. United States, 513 U.S. 150 (1995)". In that case, a majority of the court ruled that reports of prior consistent statements made by the victim of sexual assault were inadmissible unless they occurred prior to any incident drawing the victim's credibility into question. The paper contends that the dissent in Tome presented a more reasonable position, giving the trial judge more discretion in admitting evidence of this sort. To conclude, the paper notes that the states have not invariably followed Tome.
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"In Tome v. United States, 513 U.S. 150 (1995), the Supreme Court considered a case which turned on an issue of judicial discretion. Matthew Tome was charged and convicted of felony sexual abuse of a child, his daughter who was four years old when the abuse occurred. Tome had primary custody of the child, A.T., during the 1989-90 school year; Tome's wife had custody during the summer of 1990. In August, the mother contacted police, alleging that A.T. had been sexually abused. The prosecution alleged that A.T. had been abused during the school year; the defense contended that the story was concocted to prevent Tome from retaining custody. (The matter was tried in federal rather than state court because the abuse allegedly occurred on a Navajo reservation.) (513 U.S. at 152)."
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Child Sexual Abuse, 2007.
This paper reviews research studies about child sexual abuse, with an emphasis on how child sexual abuse negatively impacts society as a whole.
2,440 words (approx. 9.8 pages), 11 sources, APA, $ 74.95
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This paper explains that child sexual abuse, which occurs across all ethnic, racial, socioeconomic, and religious groups, poses a significant public health problem to U.S. society. The author points out that the direct costs to society include hospitalization, chronic health problems and law enforcement. The author also points out that the indirect costs are problems such as juvenile delinquency, special education needs and criminal behavior, which are much more common among childhood victims of abuse. The paper relates that children who have been abused sexually and adult survivors of child sexual abuse often suffer a range of psychological and behavioral problems in both the short and long term. The paper includes a table showing types of child sexual abuse.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Methodology
Findings
Impact of Child Sexual Abuse on Individuals
Impact of Child Sexual Abuse on Society
Undisclosed Abuse: Hidden Implications
Conclusions and Discussion
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"Research shows that male victims are less likely to report the abuse, more likely to blame themselves for the abuse, and more likely to act out aggressively in response to it (Overstolz, 2001). Like female victims, male victims feel guilt and self-blame, low self-esteem and self-image, problems with intimacy, sexual dysfunction, substance abuse and depression and symptoms of post-traumatic stress syndrome. Many male victims try hard to "prove" their masculinity by having multiple female sex partners; sexually, physically or verbally victimizing others; or displaying dangerous or violent behaviors. They may have negative feelings about their own sexuality, confusion over gender and sexual identity, and may experience feelings of inadequacy. They may also have a sense of lost power, control and confidence in their manhood."
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Childhood Sexual Abuse, 2002.
An examination of the effects of childhood sexual abuse on female and male adults.
2,869 words (approx. 11.5 pages), 21 sources, MLA, $ 85.95
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This paper discusses how childhood sexual abuse continues to be prevalent and prevention or intervention efforts are considered a failure since childhood sexual abuse often results in effects that continue into adulthood. It looks at how relationships between this sexual abuse and adult problems such as depression, anxiety, drug abuse, attempted suicide and psychiatric disorders, have been found. It proposes a study to investigate these effects of childhood sexual abuse on female and male adults, in an equal group, nonclinical sample.
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Statement of the Problem
Introduction
Study Purpose
Definition of Terms
Significance of the Study
Literature Review
Childhood Sexual Abuse
Effects of Childhood Sexual Abuse
Specific Effects of Depression and Anxiety
Study Design
Research Questions and Hypotheses
Methodology
Subjects
Instruments
Procedures
Data Analysis
Limitations
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"Sexual abuse of children has been reported 80,000 times a year and the numbers of unreported cases is considered to be even greater. The long-term effects of this abuse are far reaching and devastating. The abuse may take place in various situations, to include within the family, in a school, at a neighbors, or with a random molester. Children are not in a position to cope with sexual stimulation or the psychological ramifications involved with the interaction. The child may care for the abuser and become trapped between the need for that person and the need to be rid of the abuse. These children develop a loss of self-esteem with feelings of worthlessness and they become withdrawn, mistrustful, and have an abnormal sexual perspective."
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Child Sexual Abuse, 2007.
An analysis of the affects of child sexual abuse on at-risk youth behavior.
3,285 words (approx. 13.1 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 94.95
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This paper investigates how the sexual abuse of children has an effect on at-risk youth behavior. The paper explains the relationship between being sexually abused as a child and youth behavior and then takes a look at how this problem is being addressed by the family, school, social service agencies and/or the government. The paper also focuses on ways to assist children, who have been sexually abused, avoid at-risk behaviors.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
The Sexual Abuse Of Children And Its Impacts
How Sexual Abuse Of Children Has An Affect On At-Risk Youth Behavior
How This Problem Is Being Addressed
Solutions To Assist Children Who Have Been Sexually Abused
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"Lastly this particular research also found that depression did not necessarily explain the correlation between child sexual abuse and high risk sexual behaviors. This finding is actually consistent with previous research which has evaluated the interaction effects of emotional status and sexual abuse as it related to high risk sexual behaviors. The study found there were no interaction effects of depression on the correlation between child sexual abuse and sexuality variables such as the amount of unwanted pregnancies (Addy et al 2003). On the other hand, girls with high anxiety scores who also had experienced child sexual abuse had the most significant number of unwanted pregnancies (Addy et al 2003). In addition, Morrill, Kasten, Urato, and Larson (2001) discovered that depression and problems with drug and alcohol addiction did not serve as a link between sexual abuse and sexual risk in a sample of both women and men in substance abuse facilities in Massachusetts (Addy et al 2003). Overall such findings propose that the affects of child sexual abuse impact sexual behaviors through a social learning process (Addy et al 2003). That is this process is developed as a result of modeling and reinforcement as opposed to indirect contributory factors such as depression (Addy et al 2003)."
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Shame in Sexual Abuse, 2004.
A research proposal on the phenomenon of shame in sexual abuse cases.
1,275 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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Several research papers and studies indicate that a number of negative behavioral deficiencies demonstrated by victims of sexual abuse root from shame of what happened to them. In view of this, while there are other consequences that sexual abuse may bring, this paper finds it essential and critical to study the effects of shame to a victim's life as caused by sexual abuse. This paper provides a qualitative analysis of shame in sexual abuse. In detail, it presents an analysis on the nature, scale, and impact of shame as associated to sexual abuse.
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"Clinical factors indicate that most of the negative consequences of sexual abuse originates from shame. To deal with the psychological, behavioral, emotional, and social effects of sexual abuse would mean to first deal with shame. However, due to the power of shame, many sexually abused victims frequently choose to hide their experiences rather than to live in what they perceived to be shameful to their life if they tell their unfortunate experience of being sexually abused."
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Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse, 2006.
A discussion regarding sexual abuse, the effects of the abuse and the aftermath.
2,061 words (approx. 8.2 pages), 15 sources, MLA, $ 65.95
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This paper takes a look at sexual abuse. According to the paper, studies have suggested that one in three girls in the United States will experience some form of sexual abuse by the age of eighteen. The paper discusses how the aftermath of childhood sexual abuse can lead to mental illness, binge eating disorders and substance abuse.
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"Another self-harm behavior also frequently found in adult survivors of CSA is substance abuse. Often survivors will turn to alcohol or drugs as a way to escape the emotional pain or trauma associated with the abuse they suffered as a child. The survivor looks at their substance use as a way to control their feelings over the abuse. They feel an actual sense of control over the situation. In all actuality, as seen with self-mutilation, it is only a false sense of empowerment felt and is actually another form of revictimization (Slater et al., 2003)."
"Once involved with drugs or alcohol as a coping mechanism, life for a survivor can quickly spin out of control. Becoming dependent on alcohol or drugs is dangerous for anyone, but for victims of CSA the risk is even greater due to the false sense of empowerment that they gain. By engulfing themselves in substance abuse, they can create a fantasy world of safety, security, and control in their life (Slater et al., 2003)."
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Child Victims of Sexual Abuse, 2005.
A discussion of the sociological and emotional effects of sexual abuse on children.
1,258 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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This paper examines the long-term and short-term effects of child sexual abuse, future self-esteem issues, future drug abuse, effects on future relationships, and future repetitive behavior. The writer explains that the problem of child sexual abuse does not end when the abuse ends. The effects of sexual abuse on children are wide-ranging and often last a lifetime. It concludes that children may be abused only once, but the effects of that abuse can color their outlook forever.
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"Child abuse may be much more prevalent than many people believe. One expert estimates as many as one-quarter of all children in America are sexually abused (Miltenberger and Roberts 84). More sexual abuse has been reported in the last two decades, which accounts somewhat for this high figure, and there are many forms of abuse that are now considered sexual, including: touching or grabbing a child inappropriately, showing body parts to the child, fondling the child, hugging, kissing, or touching inappropriately, and attempted or successful sexual intercourse. Any or all of these types of abuse can leave lasting marks on a child. Even more disturbing is the estimate that average abuse begins between the ages of seven and nine (Miltenberger and Roberts 84). Clearly, childhood sexual abuse is more widespread than many believed, and it begins early enough that many children will bear lasting scars from their early experiences. Much research has shown that the biggest factor in childhood sexual abuse may be an unhappy home life. These researchers note, "Although a variety of factors can contribute to an "unhappy" home, some factors that may contribute include families separated by divorce, families with only one natural parent, or families in which there is discord" (Miltenberger and Roberts 84). Sadly, research also shows that the more severe the abuse, the more symptoms that show up during childhood, and remain during adulthood."
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Child Sexual Abuse, 2008.
This paper discusses child sexual abuse and looks at possible effects of such a trauma on a child.
1,212 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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In this article, the writer notes that child sexual abuse results in numerous long-term effects on the victim's later functioning and those later effects are demonstrated in low self-esteem and maladaptive behavior. The writer maintains that sexuality cannot be regarded as confined to the genitals or reproductive process, but rather must be understood as one component of the personality which impacts on personal identity and self-esteem. The writer points out that child sexual abuse cannot be approached merely as an issue of sexuality nor as an isolated event. It is trauma which affects the child's view of the world and, without effective therapy, will affect the individual for the duration of his life. The outcome of sexual abuse has a wide range and is also subject to wide variation from psychiatric problems to suicide. The writer concludes that whatever form the actual abuse might take, it is always a traumatic event that has the potential to alter the child's development, and is approached as such by therapy.
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"The victim is transformed in a negative way as a consequence of child sexual abuse. Until such an event occurs, the person normally has a sense of invulnerability or the idea that bad things cannot happen for them. After the traumatic event, however, the same individual as a consequence of having that illusion shattered will then expect victimization to reoccur. According to Gorran, the experience of sexual abuse inevitably leads to a pronounced inability to trust, which leads into later problems with interpersonal relationships which are associated with the same underlying mistrust that persists over the life span. A second effect of child sexual abuse is that it destroys the idea of a meaningful, stable, and predictable world. Prior to the event, the older child has a view of the world that some other person can be victimized but not herself or himself. It is when the victim is acquainted with the perpetrator of the sexual abuse that the world will no longer make sense and cannot be meaningful for the victim; this is also the defining feature of the whole psychological impact of traumatic stress disorder. Trauma can include the victim's conviction that there is something deeply wrong with herself or himself, and especially that in some way they have instigated the assault."
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Sexual Abuse and Survivors, 2008.
This paper analyzes the book 'Counseling Survivors of Sexual Abuse' by Diane M. Langberg.
820 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 29.95
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In this article the writer discusses that the work 'Counseling Survivors of Sexual Abuse' authored by Diane M. Langberg is a powerful, daring and effective book. The writer presents her personal reaction to the treatment of sexual abuse and notes that the book opened her eyes to what treatments are used to assist an abuser and what foundations are used to get over the abuse. The writer concludes with a very favorable impression of Dr. Langberg's passion to aide, assist and help the survivors that have been sexually abused, especially in the theological framework of people that have been traumatized.
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"Another eye opener is the fact that Dr. Langberg encourages survivors to write out Isaiah 53, which should assist with brining God closer into their lives since Jesus suffered on the cross and was resurrected.
"It seems that there are various factors that affect a child's reaction to abuse to include how the child perceives the abuser and distinctive things associated from the assault. Dr. Langberg observed and counseled symptomatic and asymptomatic victims; as part of treatment methods, reunification issues and cognitive therapy along with nondirective support therapy. Dr. Langberg uses individual therapy as opposed to group therapy."
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Surviving From Sexual Abuse, 2002.
A look at the use of psychology in aiding female survivors of childhood sexual abuse.
4,400 words (approx. 17.6 pages), 10 sources, $ 160.95
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This essay utilizes the discipline and field of psychology to identify factors that help counsel female survivors of childhood sexual abuse. Without doubt, there are severe negative impacts on female survivors of sexual abuse, which interfere with victim's post-abuse lives. Nonetheless, although childhood sexual abuse has a traumatic impact on its female victims, psychological studies have found certain variables that contribute a positive effect on their post abuse lives.
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Child Sexual Abuse, 2006.
Discusses the need for installing child sexual abuse prevention programs in elementary school.
2,782 words (approx. 11.1 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 83.95
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This paper advises that the best way to protect children from sexual abuse and to inform them of its dangers is by installing child sexual abuse prevention programs in elementary schools. The paper claims that, while the topic of child sexual abuse is a disturbing one, children should still be made aware of its dangers and that the best way for them to attain this awareness is through school programs.
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"I have always been fascinated with the mind and the nature of man. One of the reasons my major is education is this interest. Education and children are subjects which should never be taken lightly, as our children are our next generation, our future innovators. The world, nevertheless, is filled with people who take away the innocence of children, and as a result endanger their future well-being. Therefore, I am particularly concerned with child sexual abuse, and what we can do as a society to inform our children on this subject. One of the best places to begin teaching this awareness is in school, the place where children spend the majority of their childhood outside their homes. Because we owe it to children to protect their well-being, the creation of abuse-prevention programs throughout all schools at the elementary level is necessary. All children need to be made aware of the potential threat of sexual abuse and what it constitutes; through this way they will speak up if they are victims of this abuse or suspect something."
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Childhood Sexual Abuse, 2002.
This paper discusses the many facets of childhood sexual abuse from symptoms to sentencing the abuser.
1,840 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 59.95
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This paper explains that the effects of childhood sexual abuse are legion including physical, social, emotional, and sexual malfunctions. The paper points out that there are psychological indicators that may include complaints about abuse, intricate stories/games/fantasies or questions involving sexual abuse, and drawings depicting abuse, sexual organs, or sexual situations between adults and children. The author believes that a qualified psychologist or psychiatrist can not only help ease the pain of the abuse and help prepare the child for testimony, but also can provide evidence to help with an ongoing criminal or civil court case.
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"Investigators, whether in the police or elsewhere, should always be careful not to ask leading questions or try to force the child into a certain interpretation of events. Children are easily intimidated, especially when they have been abused by adults, and can be forced to change their stories if subjected to harsh interrogation. Questions ought not be in the form of a suggestive narrative (such as "tell me about the time he touched your privates." when no such reference has been made so far), as children may believe that they are being invited to engage in a game of make-believe or even feel that they are required to tell a story to make the interviewer happy. Open ended questions are far better. "Has anyone ever touched you in a way you didn't like?" followed by "Who?" and "What happened?" is far more productive."
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Childhood Sexual Abuse, 2003.
A discussion of the short- and long-term effects of childhood sexual abuse.
3,450 words (approx. 13.8 pages), 14 sources, APA, $ 119.95
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This paper discusses the incidence, prevalence and effects of child sexual abuse, including statistical data on child victimization rates. The paper focuses on PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) as an effect of sexual abuse. The paper presents a number of cognitive-behavioral social work interventions and treatment for sexually abused adolescents suffering from PTSD. The paper concludes with a comparison between the benefits of individualized versus group therapy.
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Effects of Sexual Abuse on Children, 2007.
A discussion on whether children who are sexually abused become abusers.
1,992 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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This paper discusses how perpetrators of sexual abuse for both sexes are mostly men and how sexual abuse may recur over a period of years before its disclosure. It contends that research and interview publications have validated clinical based observations of male survivor's legacy of childhood abuse permeating all of the important domains of their lives. It looks at how this reflects an intergenerational pattern of predominantly male victims becoming the abusers themselves.
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"Perpetrators of sexual abuse for both sexes are mostly men. Sexual abuse may recur over a period of years before its disclosure. The most vulnerable victims are those that came from families separated by divorce, having only one natural parent, and one whose family has discord or disunity. Physical symptoms of the abuse may result to vaginal or rectal bleeding, abdominal pain, bruised genitalia, and a sexually transmitted disease. Other children tend to exhibit inappropriate sexual stimulation behavior symptoms or excessive sometimes compulsive masturbation preferred even to play by putting objects into genitals or anus for sexual stimulation and by sexual play with peers. (MacConaghy 3). "
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Sexual Abuse and Juveniles, 2004.
This paper discusses the problems of sexual abuse among juveniles, both as victims and as abusers.
2,175 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 67.95
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This paper explains that tens of thousands of children in America are the victims of sexual abuse in some form. They are not only targets, but also perpetrators; many are permanently affected by the crimes against them and by a surrounding culture in which sexual coercion and violence are common. The author points out that there is not one single act that is considered a "sexual offense'. Legally, the definitions of sexual offenses vary by state. The paper suggests that sexual abuse problems among juveniles might be prevented by stricter and more focused programs against crime, longer school days, and more intensive sex education for children that would help them to develop into healthily functioning sexual beings, as opposed to individuals who use sex as a form of punishment for themselves or others.
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"Juvenile sexual offenses are statistically surprising. "Adolescents under the age of 18 account for 20% of arrests for all sexual offenses (excluding prostitution.)" Of these offenses in 1995, up to 16% of the arrests were for forcible rape. Approximately half of all sexual offenses against boys, and up to one fifth of all sexual offenses against girls, may be committed by juveniles. A majority of adult sexual offenders began as minors, and studies show that 42% of adult pedophiles were committing sexual offenses before the age of 12. Over 90% of adolescent sex offenders are male, however there remains a significant number of female offenders. Females are actually about as likely to commit a sexual offense against a brother as a male would be. "20% of sex offenses against male siblings are committed by sisters, compared to 21% for brothers." Close to 15% of adolescent sexual offenses occur on school property, and "the most likely hour for a kid to commit sexual assault is between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. on a school day."
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