Citation

Quirk Esq. SA, DePrince AP. Women Ther. 1996; 19(1): 19-30.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1996, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1300/J015v19n01_03

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

Therapists generally, and professionals working with trauma survivors specifically, have been increasingly drawn into political debates over issues of childhood abuse and adult experiences of such trauma. As adult survivors of child sexual abuse have come forward in greater numbers to secure their rights and speak of their histories, a backlash geared at silence has developed. The most recent backlash activities target therapists through the media and legislation. Therapists are in a unique position to use their expertise, research and clinical experience to become active in seeking protection for their field, as well as children and adult survivors of trauma. Further, therapists have the opportunity to support proactive legislative efforts and assist in education of the media and public.