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Revictimization rates and method variance: a meta-analysis.

A A Roodman¹, G A Clum

¹Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Department of Psychology, Mailcode 0436, Blacksburg, VA 24061-0436, USA.

Clinical Psychology Review

|April 11, 2001

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Childhood sexual abuse increases the risk of adult sexual victimization. This meta-analysis found a moderate link, highlighting the importance of clear definitions in revictimization studies.

Area of Science:

Psychology
Criminology
Sociology

Background:

Revictimization, defined as childhood sexual abuse followed by adult sexual victimization, is a significant concern.
Understanding revictimization rates is crucial for developing effective prevention and treatment strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

To conduct a meta-analytic review of revictimization rates among adult females.
To identify sources of variance in reported revictimization rates across empirical studies.

Main Methods:

Meta-analysis of 19 empirical studies on adult female revictimization.
Inclusion criteria required studies to report revictimization rates and include a comparison sample of non-revictimized women.

Main Results:

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An overall moderate effect size of .59 was found, indicating a definite relationship between childhood and adult victimization.
Significant heterogeneity in effect sizes was observed, influenced by study characteristics and definitions of abuse.
Studies using more inclusive definitions of abuse reported smaller effect sizes compared to those using restrictive definitions.

Conclusions:

Childhood sexual abuse is a significant risk factor for adult sexual victimization.
The definition of abuse critically impacts estimated revictimization rates, necessitating careful consideration in research and practice.
Future research and clinical interpretations must account for definitional variations to accurately understand and address revictimization.