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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.