The implications of childhood sexual abuse on adult social behavior

Research indicates that childhood sexual abuse creates many long-term psychological difficulties, which may impair social behavior. These problems include anxiety, fear, depression, self-hatred, alienation, and suicidal tendencies.

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Published in:Journal of family violence 2001-06, Vol.16 (2), p.193-203
Main Authors: Abdulrehman, Rehman Y, De Luca, Rayleen V
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adjustment
Adult Children
Adults
Behavior
Canada
Child abuse
Child abuse & neglect
Child Sexual Abuse
Childhood Factors
Childhood sexual abuse
Dysfunction
Family law
Manitoba
Psychological effects
Psychological functioning
Psychological Stress
Sex crimes
Sexual abuse
Social Behavior
Social behaviour
Social psychology
Undergraduate Students
Violence
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Summary:Research indicates that childhood sexual abuse creates many long-term psychological difficulties, which may impair social behavior. These problems include anxiety, fear, depression, self-hatred, alienation, and suicidal tendencies.
ISSN:0885-7482
1573-2851
DOI:10.1023/A:1011163020212