Emotional Distress among Mothers Whose Children Have Been Sexually Abused: The Role of a History of Child Sexual Abuse, Social Support, and Coping.
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| Title: | Emotional Distress among Mothers Whose Children Have Been Sexually Abused: The Role of a History of Child Sexual Abuse, Social Support, and Coping. |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Hiebert-Murphy, Diane |
| Source: | Child Abuse & Neglect: The International Journal. May 1998 22(5):423-435. |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 13 |
| Publication Date: | 1998 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Descriptors: | Child Abuse, Coping, Emotional Response, Family History, Mother Attitudes, Sexual Abuse, Social Networks, Social Support Groups |
| ISSN: | 0145-2134 |
| Abstract: | A study investigated various psychosocial factors related to the distress of 102 mothers whose children disclosed sexual abuse. Emotional distress was related to a maternal history of childhood sexual abuse, a maternal history of adolescent sexual abuse, lack of social support, and greater use of avoidance coping strategies. (Author/CR) |
| Journal Code: | CIJDEC1998 |
| Entry Date: | 1998 |
| Accession Number: | EJ565212 |
| Database: | ERIC |
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