
%0 Journal Article
%T Preventing sexual abuse of children in the Twenty-First Century: preparing for challenges and opportunities
%J Journal of child sexual abuse
%D 2009
%A Wurtele, Sandra K.
%V 18
%N 1
%P 1-18
%X Child sexual abuse is a widespread social problem that negatively affects victims, families, communities, and society. This article briefly describes the scope and consequences of child sexual abuse and briefly critiques child-focused personal safety educational programs designed to prevent sexual victimization. The final section offers suggestions for expanding the focus of child-directed efforts and also includes recommendations for alternative approaches to primary prevention.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>
%G en
%I Informa - Taylor and Francis Group
%@ 1053-8712
%U http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/10538710802584650