Citation

Hunt P, Baird M. Child Welf. 1990; 69(3): 195-207.

Affiliation

Sexual Information and Trauma Team, Center for Family Development, Beverly, MA.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1990, Child Welfare League of America)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

2354650

Abstract

Children who have been sexually abused by a ring of adults present in a way that may confuse and mislead practitioners familiar only with single-offender sexual abuse. Understanding the similarities and differences between single- and multiple-offender sexual abuse is essential in determining the validity of a child's disclosure as well as in carrying out an appropriate treatment plan. Addressing the denial and resistance within the child welfare system in relation to child sexual exploitation by a ring is crucial to a practitioner's effectiveness. Finally, developing a therapeutic parent-child relationship is critical to the families who must live with their child's experience.

Language: en