Articles tagged with Sexual Abuse
A decade-long study by USC and NIMH researchers found that girls who were sexually abused as children are more likely to have babies at a younger age, engage in risky sexual behavior, and experience negative thoughts about sex. The study tracked the psychological and behavioral development of 160 girls from adolescence to adulthood.
A recent study by University of Washington professor Ana Mari Cauce found that homeless adolescents face rampant violence, abuse, and mental health issues on the streets. Despite these challenges, some children reported conditions on the streets to be better than living at home.
A new study from Cornell University finds that college women who experienced childhood sexual abuse tend to have less secure and trusting relationships with their partners. The researchers also found that the quality of a girl's childhood attachment to her primary caregivers plays a significant role in mitigating the long-term negative...