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Language patterns of opponents to a child protection program

P L Adams, G J Roddey

Child Psychiatry and Human Development

|January 1, 1981

Summary

This study analyzes language used to deny father-daughter incest, offering clinicians a lexicon to refute condoning efforts. It aims to protect children by exposing complex social dynamics that maintain incest as a secret.

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Area of Science:

Child Psychology
Sociolinguistics
Forensic Linguistics

Background:

Father-daughter incest is a sensitive issue often obscured by specific language.
A
pro-incest lobby
exists, complicating efforts to protect child victims.
Societal and professional rationalizations have historically downplayed incest incidence and impact.

Purpose of the Study:

To analyze the linguistic strategies used to deny or obscure father-daughter incest.
To provide clinicians with a lexicon to identify and refute language that condones incest.
To raise awareness among child protection professionals about the complexities of incest dynamics and social influences.

Main Methods:

Linguistic analysis of discourse related to father-daughter incest.
Examination of vocabulary and rhetorical devices used to rationalize or deny incest.
Review of social and psychological dynamics contributing to the secrecy of incest.

Main Results:

Specific vocabulary and linguistic patterns are identified that facilitate denial and defense mechanisms against child protection.
The incidence of incest is likely higher than reported cases due to effective obscuring language.
Complex psychological and social factors contribute to incest being maintained as a hidden issue.

Conclusions:

A provided lexicon can help clinicians identify and counter language that condones incest.
Understanding the linguistic dynamics is crucial for effective child abuse prevention and protection.
Continued vigilance and linguistic awareness are necessary to combat the underreporting and rationalization of incest.

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