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Preventing Childhood Sexual Abuse: An Ecological Approach

NCJ Number
241447
Journal
Journal of Child Sexual Abuse Volume: 21 Issue: 4 Dated: July - August 2012 Pages: 361-367
Author(s)
Maureen C. Kenny; Sandy K. Wurtele
Date Published
August 2012
Length
7 pages
Annotation
This special issue presents innovative approaches designed to prevent the sexual exploitation of youth.
Abstract
Childhood sexual abuse is a significant public health problem that negatively affects victims, families, organizations, and society. This special issue presents innovative approaches designed to prevent the sexual exploitation of youth. Using both an ecological approach and the Spectrum of Prevention (Parks, Davis & Cohen, 2010), the articles collected for this special issue highlight cutting-edge prevention approaches educating children, parents, professionals, organizations, and the general public. Abstract published by arrangement with Taylor and Francis.