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Peer reviewedConte, Jon R. – Future of Children, 1994
Reviews the historical development of awareness about child sexual abuse and examines the counterreaction, or backlash, that this increasing awareness has triggered. The author urges professionals working in child sexual abuse to make sure that their opinions and actions are based on sound research and are directed toward improving the lives of…
Descriptors: Child Abuse, Incidence, Mass Media Role, Negative Attitudes
