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Child sexual abuse prevention: does it work?
Child Welfare
|July 1, 1985
Summary
This study evaluates a child sexual abuse prevention program. It found that children learned to recognize, resist, and report abuse, with positive reactions from children, parents, and professionals.
Area of Science:
- Child Psychology
- Public Health
- Pediatrics
Background:
- Child sexual abuse prevention programs have increased significantly in recent years.
- Effective programs aim to equip children with skills to recognize, resist, and report abuse.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess children's knowledge of sexual abuse prevention before and after an intervention.
- To evaluate the program's effectiveness in teaching prevention strategies.
- To gauge the reactions of children, parents, and professionals to the program.
Main Methods:
- Pre- and post-instruction assessments of children's knowledge.
- Surveys and interviews with children, parents, and professionals.
- Analysis of program content and delivery.
Main Results:
- Children demonstrated increased knowledge and understanding of how to prevent sexual abuse.
- Participants reported positive learning experiences and skill acquisition.
- Parents and professionals indicated favorable views of the program's utility and impact.
Conclusions:
- The evaluated child sexual abuse prevention program is effective in enhancing children's knowledge and skills.
- The program garners positive reception from children, parents, and professionals.
- Such programs play a vital role in child protection efforts.