Abstract

A Meta-Analysis of the Published Research on the Effects of Child Sexual Abuse

Paolucci E O~~Genius M L~~Violato C

Year: 2001 Source: Journal of Psychology, v.135, no.1, (January 2001), p.17-36 SIEC No: 20040041

A meta-analysis of the published research on the effects of child sexual abuse (CSA) was undertaken for 6 outcomes: posttraumatic stress disorder, depression, suicide, sexual promiscuity, victim-perpetrator cycle, & poor academic performance. 37 studies published between 1981 & 1995 involving 25,367 people were included. The analyses provide clear evidence confirming the link between CSA & subsequent negative short- & long-term effects on development. Detailed findings are discussed. (61 refs)