Child Sexual Abuse: From Harsh Realities to Hope

Through case studies, this book shows what child sexual abuse means to children who have been sexually abused, perpetrators, mothers, and other family members. In their own words, persons directly affected tell their own stories. Other topics include services for child and adult survivors, perpetrators, and other family member, talking to children who have been sexually abused, forensic interviewing, prevention strategies for parents and professionals, and strategies for advocacy and for policy changes. This book shows that child sexual abuse is a world-wide problem that requires the serious treatment that this book provides.