{"title":"Factors related to motivation to change and therapeutic alliance among men early in treatment following perpetration of child sexual abuse","authors":"Laurent Bélanger, Tamsin Higgs","doi":"10.1080/13552600.2023.2249542","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/13552600.2023.2249542","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":46758,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Sexual Aggression","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2023-09-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"41983677","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"社会学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Sibling sexual abuse: a form of family dysfunction as opposed to individualised behaviour","authors":"Kieran McCartan, Sophie King-Hill, Abby Gilsenan","doi":"10.1080/13552600.2023.2258928","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/13552600.2023.2258928","url":null,"abstract":"This paper presents a reconsideration and more in-depth discussion part of some the findings of the Home Office funded Sibling Sexual Abuse (SSA) project (King-Hill et al, 2023). The focus of the paper on the role of family systems, especially dysfunctional family systems, in the sexual abuse. The research is based on 17 semi-structured interviews with survivors of SSA (n=17 female), which were thematically analysed. This resulted in the research team being able to identify 10 commonly identified markers of SSA and family dysfunction. The 10 markers highlight that the family structure, systems, processes, and functionality all contribute to the conditions that enable Sibling Sexual Abuse to occur. The paper goes on to discuss the importance of understanding family systems, ACE's, and trauma in preventing and responding to Sibling Sexual Abuse. The paper concludes that the family system is a key player in Sibling Sexual Abuse and needs to be considered in prevention and treatment as the child who id harmed and the child that harms.","PeriodicalId":46758,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Sexual Aggression","volume":"338 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-09-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"134948587","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"社会学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Stephanie Kewley, Sarah Pemberton, Brandy Black, Maria Socolof
{"title":"Sibling sexual abuse: an introduction and critical discussion","authors":"Stephanie Kewley, Sarah Pemberton, Brandy Black, Maria Socolof","doi":"10.1080/13552600.2023.2251523","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/13552600.2023.2251523","url":null,"abstract":"We are delighted to present a collection of original empirical research and practice papers examining the under researched phenomenon of sibling sexual abuse for the Journal of Sexual Aggression . In our call for contributions to this special issue, we intentionally appealed for a broad range of sub-missions examining any perspective or approach to sibling sexual abuse. We received an impressive response","PeriodicalId":46758,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Sexual Aggression","volume":"39 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-09-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"134969665","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"社会学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Sexual grooming behaviours in sibling sexual harm","authors":"Georgia M. Winters, E. Jeglic","doi":"10.1080/13552600.2023.2249491","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/13552600.2023.2249491","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Little research has explored sexual grooming behaviours in sibling sexual harm (SSH). This study investigated the characteristics of SSH, as well as the extent to which sexual grooming behaviours were used, based on the self-report of 38 individuals who were sexually harmed by a sibling. Results showed the SSH most often involved a sibling that was a juvenile themselves. In terms of SSH characteristics, fondling/kissing were the most commonly reported behaviours, and many cases of SSH occurred during afternoon and evening hours, over summer months, and within the siblings’ homes. On average, individuals who experienced SSH reported 13 out of a possible 42 sexual grooming behaviours and the most commonly endorsed sexual grooming behaviours were Victim Selection tactics, while Gaining Access and Isolation behaviours were the least endorsed. The results can be used to inform prevention, education, and policy efforts related to SSH. Practice impact statement The results of the study shed light on the common characteristics, as well as the use of sexual grooming behaviours, in sibling sexual harm cases. This information can help inform prevention, education, and policy efforts related to sibling sexual harm.","PeriodicalId":46758,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Sexual Aggression","volume":"29 1","pages":"306 - 326"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2023-08-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"41797194","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"社会学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Anne E. Nickell, Frederick L. Coolidge, Andrew Lac
{"title":"An investigation of the relationship between female rape myths, child sexual abuse myths and personality disorders","authors":"Anne E. Nickell, Frederick L. Coolidge, Andrew Lac","doi":"10.1080/13552600.2023.2251526","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/13552600.2023.2251526","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACTGiven high prevalence rates internationally for female rape and CSA and a gap in the literature regarding personality characteristics of those more likely to endorse these myths, this research sought to examine female rape myths versus child sexual abuse (CSA) myth acceptances as a function of the participants’ maladaptive personality traits and sexual trauma history. 469 adults (61.4% female, 36.5% male, M age range 35–44 years old) participated, endorsing significantly higher rates of acceptance of female rape myths than CSA myths. Sexual trauma history was unrelated to either myth. Higher scores on Antisocial, Narcissistic and Sadistic Personality Disorder scales were significantly correlated with higher rates of acceptance of both myths. Multiple regression analyses determined that higher scores on Narcissistic and Sadistic personality scales uniquely predicted both higher CSA and female rape myth acceptance. The results offer implications for more effective communications to combat false beliefs about CSA and sexual assault.PRACTICE IMPACT STATEMENT The results may have implications for interventions targeting false beliefs about CSA and sexual assault. Our research focuses on personality disorder traits, leading to possible implications for individuals with these traits or disorders, as they are diagnoseable and therefore can be treatable. Interventions targeting these myths generally may not be as effective for someone with these personality disorders, so this research suggests perhaps modified protocols can be created to help destigmatise CSA and rape survivors in these populations.KEYWORDS: Rape mythschild sexual abuse mythspersonality disordersCoolidge axis II inventoryCSA myth scaleIllinois rape myth acceptance scale Disclosure statementNo potential conflict of interest was reported by the author(s).","PeriodicalId":46758,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Sexual Aggression","volume":"33 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-08-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136349482","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"社会学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Megan Reynolds, Ngozi Anyadike-Danes, S. Lagdon, Áine Aventin, C. Armour
{"title":"Prevalence of unwanted sexual experiences and their associations on university students in the United States, United Kingdom, and Ireland: a systematic review","authors":"Megan Reynolds, Ngozi Anyadike-Danes, S. Lagdon, Áine Aventin, C. Armour","doi":"10.1080/13552600.2023.2243992","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/13552600.2023.2243992","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":46758,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Sexual Aggression","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2023-08-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"43076906","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"社会学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Professional responses to sibling sexual abuse","authors":"Sophie King‐Hill, Abby Gilsenan, K. McCartan","doi":"10.1080/13552600.2023.2241482","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/13552600.2023.2241482","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Professional confidence and knowledge are essential in effectively responding to sibling sexual abuse (SSA). If professionals do not have knowledge of the area and confidence in their skills to deliver effective support, then there could be negative consequences for the victims. The methods consisted of narrative interviewing of N = 30 professionals and N = 2 young victims/survivors. This approach was chosen as it provided a thorough and robust picture of practitioner responses to SSA. Through thematic analysis, three dominant themes emerged across both the young person and practitioner data in relation to practitioner responses to SSA, these being minimisation, exaggeration, and catastrophising. SSA is an area in its own right with its own nuances and considerations that make it distinct from other forms of sexual abuse, which means that professional responses and training need to be re-examined to develop new, more appropriate ways of working with victims as well as those who commit SSA. PRACTICE IMPACT STATEMENT The impact of this paper is both clinical and professional. It gives insight into a little-researched area and highlights the complex issues in relation to sibling sexual abuse and how this is framed and approached by professionals. This points to the critical need for more work and training in this area when working with SSA and the need for more bespoke professional knowledge.","PeriodicalId":46758,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Sexual Aggression","volume":"29 1","pages":"359 - 373"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2023-08-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"45781577","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"社会学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Treating an adolescent male who has engaged in intrafamilial harmful sexual behaviour: a case study","authors":"Julianne M. Read","doi":"10.1080/13552600.2023.2240356","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/13552600.2023.2240356","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT This paper provides rich detail and insight into therapeutic practice with a young person in treatment for harmful sexual behaviour (HSB). Using a single case-study design, the paper illustrates an application of the core treatment components of existing best-practice HSB frameworks when working within the context of intra-familial sexual abuse between children. The paper describes a short-term treatment comprising 10 individual sessions with a young adolescent male who engaged in intra-familial sexual abuse and attended for therapy in a private practice. Intervention targeted the HSB, healthy sexual development, and emotion regulation and included parental involvement, with observable and measurable positive outcomes. The paper emphasises the importance of adopting a holistic approach to treatment. Treatment delivery, outcomes and directions for future research are discussed in the context of the extant literature. PRACTICE IMPACT STATEMENTUsing a single case-study design, this paper provides detail about intervention sessions that would otherwise be difficult to achieve in a larger scale study. The focus on the intricacies of intervention enhances the utility of this paper for researchers and practitioners in the field.","PeriodicalId":46758,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Sexual Aggression","volume":"29 1","pages":"407 - 426"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2023-07-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"48203188","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"社会学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The impact of empathy priming on the Rape Myth Acceptance Scale for those with antisocial/psychopathic traits","authors":"Serra Baskurt, L. Harkins","doi":"10.1080/13552600.2023.2237991","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/13552600.2023.2237991","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":46758,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Sexual Aggression","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2023-07-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"45951514","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"社会学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Public attitudes toward teenagers with paedophilia: a qualitative examination","authors":"Laura E. Jimenez-Arista, Karla Caldera","doi":"10.1080/13552600.2023.2233552","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/13552600.2023.2233552","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":46758,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Sexual Aggression","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2023-07-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"46692310","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"社会学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}