TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2018//
TI  - Children's disclosure of sexual abuse: a systematic review of qualitative research exploring barriers and facilitators
JO  - Journal of child sexual abuse
A1  - Elizabeth Morrison, Sarah
A1  - Bruce, Caroline
A1  - Wilson, Sarah
SP  - 176
EP  - 194
VL  - 27
IS  - 2
N2  - This study evaluates and synthesizes qualitative evidence addressing factors affecting a child's decision to disclose an experience of sexual abuse. Childhood sexual abuse is a devastating crime, with long-term negative impacts. Understanding the factors that affect a child's decision to disclose is vital. Disclosure enables access to support and protection, both therapeutically and legally. A systematic review was conducted focusing on factors affecting a child's decision to disclose an experience of sexual abuse. Seven studies were identified, quality appraisal undertaken, and meta-ethnography used to synthesize the studies. Six new super-ordinate themes were developed: Fear of what will happen; Others' reactions: fear of disbelief; Emotions and impact of the abuse; An opportunity to tell; Concern for self and others; and Feelings toward the abuser. Themes indicated the importance of support, structure, and opportunity to facilitate disclosure and should be utilized by agencies to develop practices that facilitate disclosures.<p />  <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 1053-8712
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/10538712.2018.1425943
ID  - ref1
ER  -