Direct linkERIC Number: EJ921098
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2011
Pages: 10
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ISSN: ISSN-1524-6817
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Impact of Remembering Childhood Sexual Abuse on Addiction Recovery for Young Adult Lesbians
Galvin, Christina R.; Brooks-Livingston, Angela
ADULTSPAN Journal, v10 n1 p14-23 Spr 2011
This article examines the impact of childhood sexual abuse on young adult lesbians' sexual identity and their recovery from chemical dependency. The authors recommend that counselors assess for sexual orientation (past and present), sexual abuse, and possible dual diagnosis. Implications for counselors are discussed.
Descriptors: Sexual Abuse, Sexual Orientation, Children, Sexual Identity, Homosexuality, Addictive Behavior, Adolescents, Alcoholism, Drug Addiction, Counselors, Mental Health
American Counseling Association. 5999 Stevenson Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22304. Tel: 800-347-6647; Fax: 800-473-2329; Web site: http://www.aadaweb.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: N/A
Audience: Counselors
Language: English
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