Citation

Womack ME, Miller G, Lassiter P. Women Ther. 2000; 22(4): 17-34.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2000, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1300/J015v22n04_02

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

This article reviews studies which examine the biases of researchers and mental health professionals toward non-offending mothers in families where sexual abuse has occurred. The article also reviews the importance and nature of supportive approaches in working with these mothers. Specific recommendations for both researchers and mental health professionals are given.

Keywords

sexual abuse; Incest; mothers