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Is incest harmful?

J Henderson

    Canadian Journal of Psychiatry. Revue Canadienne De Psychiatrie
    |February 1, 1983
    PubMed
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    Incestuous behavior, particularly father-daughter incest, may stem from pre-existing psychological damage. Research on its harmfulness is inconclusive, but clinical indicators can predict outcomes.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology
    • Genetics
    • Sociology

    Background:

    • Incest is classically viewed as having negative psychological and sociological consequences.
    • Genetic research generally supports the idea that inbreeding has detrimental genetic effects.
    • The psychodynamics of father-daughter incest suggest participants may be psychologically damaged prior to the behavior.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review the evidence regarding the psychological harmfulness of incestuous behavior.
    • To explore the complex and controversial question of incest's impact.
    • To identify clinical indicators for forecasting outcomes in incest cases.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of existing research on the psychological and genetic consequences of incest.
    • Analysis of psychodynamic factors in father-daughter incest.

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  • Examination of clinical presentations and early therapeutic responses.

    • Main Results:

    • Research findings on the psychological harmfulness of incest are inconclusive, with evidence supporting both sides of the debate.
    • Father-daughter incest participants may exhibit pre-existing psychological damage, with incestuous behavior potentially being a maladaptive coping mechanism.
    • Girls in father-daughter incest cases present with distinct clinical syndromes, influenced by their level of participation versus victimization.

    Conclusions:

    • The psychological harmfulness of incestuous behavior remains a complex and controversial question.
    • Clinical indicators from the incestuous episode and early therapy can aid in predicting patient outcomes.
    • Understanding the psychodynamics and clinical presentations is crucial for effective intervention.