NCJ Number
120807
Date Published
1988
Length
32 pages
Annotation
Teenagers who have been sexually abused are the target of this educational booklet which covers rape by strangers, sexual offenders, acquaintance rape, sexual exploitation, and incest.
Abstract
Using a format intended to appeal to teenagers, the booklet contains case histories, answers to questions frequently asked by teenagers about sexual relationships and rape, and several quizzes designed to assess knowledge and perceptions of teenagers regarding sexual abuse and rape. The booklet also offers information on who is a sexual offender, why rape is committed, self-protection measures, sexual relationships, teenager support for friends, what to do after a sexual assault, medical examinations, reporting sexual abuse to the police, and the use of rape crisis centers. Illustrations.