Adolescent Survivors of Sexual Abuse: Developmental Outcomes
By Victoria L. Banyard, Ph.D., and Linda M. Williams, Ph.D.
The Prevention Researcher,
Volume 14, Number 2, 2007, Pages 6-10 , Item# A142-BANYARD
Abstract:
Using an ecological model as a guiding framework, this article reviews key factors which put adolescent survivors of sexual abuse at risk for negative outcomes, as well as resources which might enhance positive outcomes and recovery. Throughout the article, quotes from women who experienced sexual abuse during their youth highlight opportunities for positive recovery.
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Sexual Violence in the Lives of Youth
The Prevention Researcher,
Volume 14, Number 2, 2007
Sexual violence affects nearly 8% of our nation’s youth, whether in the form of child sexual abuse, date rape, or any other type of sexual victimization. The April 2007 issue of The Prevention Researcher examines the impact of sexual violence and victimization among today’s youth.
This issue also featured these articles:
- • Adolescent Survivors of Sexual Abuse: Developmental Outcomes, Pages 6-10
- • Disclosing Sexual Victimization, Pages 11-14
- • Sexual Victimization of Youth, Pages 3-5
- • Sexual Violence Prevention, Pages 15-20
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