NCJ Number
241449
Journal
Journal of Child Sexual Abuse Volume: 21 Issue: 4 Dated: July - August 2012 Pages: 386-398
Date Published
August 2012
Length
13 pages
Annotation
This paper reviews several studies conducted on sexual abuse of individuals with disabilities with a focus on clinical prevention strategies.
Abstract
Sexual abuse of individuals with disabilities occurs in alarming proportions, although the prevalence and incidence of such abuse is difficult to determine. Although all states maintain statistics on child sexual abuse, the rate of victimization for individuals with disabilities is not specific. This paper reviews several studies conducted on sexual abuse of individuals with disabilities with a focus on clinical prevention strategies. Recommendations for future directions in prevention and research are provided. Abstract published by arrangement with Taylor and Francis.