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Child Sexual Abuse-Challenging Conditions for Adult Oral Health: A Qualitative Study
E Wolf1, S Månsson1, L Wallin1
1Department of Endodontics, Faculty of Odontology, Malmö University, Malmö, Sweden.
JDR Clinical and Translational Research
|October 27, 2021
Summary
Child sexual abuse survivors face significant challenges maintaining adult oral health. Emotional distress and practical difficulties create barriers to self-care and dental visits, impacting overall oral well-being.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Public Health
- Dental Hygiene
Background:
- Child sexual abuse (CSA) can have long-lasting psychological effects.
- The impact of CSA on adult oral health is under-researched.
- Understanding survivor experiences is crucial for targeted interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore adult survivors' perceptions of oral health.
- To identify the effects of CSA on adult oral hygiene practices.
- To understand the challenges faced by CSA survivors in maintaining oral health.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative content analysis of in-depth interviews.
- Purposive sampling of 11 adult CSA survivors (10 women, aged 19-56).
- Exploration of perceived links between CSA and adult oral health.
Main Results:
- A central theme of "challenging conditions for maintaining oral health" emerged.
- Sub-themes included "emotional significance" (barriers, relief) and "obstacles to oral health" (self-care complications, dental visit difficulties).
- CSA experience negatively impacts adult oral care, despite its perceived importance.
Conclusions:
- CSA survivors experience significant emotional and practical obstacles to oral health maintenance.
- Dental professionals need awareness of these challenges to provide optimized care.
- Addressing emotional and practical barriers is key to improving oral health outcomes for survivors.
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