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Thanh T Dai¹, Natalie N Kissoon²

¹Division of Child Abuse Pediatrics, Department of Pediatrics, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 1 Children's Way Slot 512-24A, Little Rock, AR 72202, USA.

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|May 7, 2025

Summary

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This overview details child sexual abuse (CSA), covering risk factors, evaluation, and prevention strategies. It provides pediatric clinicians with practical guidance to confidently manage CSA cases.

Keywords:

Child sexual abuse Disclosure Problematic sexual behaviors Sexual abuse Sexual behaviors

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Area of Science:

Pediatrics
Child Psychology
Forensic Medicine

Background:

Child sexual abuse (CSA) is a critical public health issue with significant short- and long-term consequences for victims.
Effective identification and management of CSA require specialized knowledge and a systematic approach by healthcare professionals.

Purpose of the Study:

To provide a comprehensive overview of child sexual abuse (CSA).
To equip pediatric clinicians with practical guidance for evaluating children suspected of CSA.
To reduce clinician anxiety and improve the thoughtful management of CSA cases.

Main Methods:

Literature review and synthesis of current research on CSA.
Compilation of information on risk factors, presentation, disclosure, behaviors, and outcomes.
Development of practical guidance for medical evaluation and prevention.

Main Results:

Detailed information on risk factors associated with CSA.
Guidance on recognizing signs and symptoms during medical evaluations.
Strategies for facilitating disclosure and understanding child sexual behaviors.
Information on medical evaluation protocols, outcomes, and prevention methods.

Conclusions:

Pediatric clinicians require comprehensive knowledge to effectively evaluate and manage child sexual abuse (CSA).
Practical guidance can alleviate clinician anxiety and promote a more thoughtful and effective approach to CSA cases.
Early and accurate identification and intervention are crucial for improving outcomes for child abuse victims.