Search results for ‘Subject term:"mental health problems"’ Sort:
Results 1 - 10 of 10
Cognitive coping styles of women sexually abused in childhood: a qualitative study
- Authors:
- PERROTT Katherine, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Child Abuse and Neglect, 22(11), November 1998, pp.1135-1149.
- Publisher:
- Elsevier
Investigates cognitive coping strategies used by a non-clinical sample of women with a history of childhood sexual abuse, and examines whether cognitive appraisals affected their current coping strategies and psychological well-being. Concludes that some cognitive coping strategies employed after experiencing child sexual abuse impinge on later psychological well-being or subsequent relationships with other people. One of the more challenging findings to come out of the study was that women who "reframed" the sexual abuse event were more likely to have favourable mental health outcomes but were also more likely to report that their own child has been sexually abused.
The relationship between parent and child reports of parental supportiveness and psychopathology of sexually abused children
- Authors:
- AVERY Lisa, MASSAT Carol Rippey, LUNDY Marta
- Journal article citation:
- Child and Adolescent Social Work Journal, 15(3), June 1998, pp.187-205.
- Publisher:
- Springer
This study of 54 sexually abused children and their non-offending parents found that although most non-offending parents were supportive of their children, the children reported considerable distress. Although there was no significant difference in mean levels of support reported by parents and children, the two measures were not significantly correlated. This suggests that parents and children perceive supportive behaviour differently, although both constructs are of importance. Multiple regression analysis found that both child and parent reports of parental support were predictive of levels of child psychopathology, but that child estimates were a stronger predictor.
Questionable validity of 'dissociative amnesia' in trauma victims
- Authors:
- POPE Harrison, et al
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Psychiatry, 172, March 1998, pp.210-215.
- Publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
Reviews evidence from prospective studies to test whether individuals can develop amnesia for traumatic experiences, a process variously termed ' repression', ' dissociative amnesia' or psychogenic amnesia'. Finds that prospective data as yet to fail to demonstrate that individuals can develop dissociative amnesia for traumatic events.
To tell or not to tell: Current functioning of child sexual abuse survivors who disclosed their victimisation
- Author:
- ARATA Catalina M.
- Journal article citation:
- Child Maltreatment, 3(1), February 1998, pp.63-71.
- Publisher:
- Sage
Examines the effects of childhood disclosure on current mental health functioning of female survivors of child sexual abuse and identifies characteristics of abuse associated with disclosure. Results suggest that disclosure may be beneficial in preventing the development of specific post-traumatic symptoms; however, disclosure was found to be least common for the types of assaults that produced the greatest psychological distress.
Reported sexual abuse and subsequent psychopathology among women attending psychology clinics: the mediating role of dissociation
- Authors:
- ROSS-GOWER Jo, et al
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Clinical Psychology, 37(3), September 1998, pp.313-326.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
While there is now a good clinical research base that outlines the links between reported sexual abuse and psychological symptoms and disorders, there is less of an understanding of the psychological processes mediating that relationship. This study assessed the role of dissociation as a mediator between reported sexual abuse and a range of psychopathological characteristics.
Child abuse and severity of disturbance among adult psychiatric inpatients
- Author:
- READ John
- Journal article citation:
- Child Abuse and Neglect, 22(5), May 1998, pp.359-368.
- Publisher:
- Elsevier
Describes a study in New Zealand to determine whether childhood abuse is related to severity of psychological disturbance in adulthood, even with an extremely disturbed, predominantly psychotic, population. The study revealed relationships between childhood sexual or physical abuse and suicidality, duration of hospitalisation, and age at first admission. Several gender differences in these relationships were found. These included the finding that sexually abused males, but not sexually abused females, were significantly more suicidal than their nonabused counterparts. The theoretical and clinical implications of further evidence that child abuse is related to the most severe levels of dysfunction in adulthood, including psychosis, are discussed. The need for routine child abuse inquiry in inpatient setting is reiterated.
Do occupational therapists feel equipped to deal with the adult legacy of childhood sexual abuse?
- Author:
- ABRAHAMSON Vanessa
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Occupational Therapy, 61(2), February 1998, pp.63-67.
- Publisher:
- Sage
Research findings are consistent in showing a strong specific and coherent association between childhood sexual abuse (CSA) and long-term psychiatric problems. Occupational therapists working in mental health services must therefore have contact with survivors of abuse, yet the literature reveals a paucity of research on their role. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with nine occupational therapists to explore their knowledge and practice concerning this issue.
Sexual abuse and adolescent maladjustment: differences between male and female victims
- Authors:
- GARNEFSKI Nadia, ARENDS Ellen
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Adolescence, 21(1), February 1998, pp.99-107.
- Publisher:
- Academic Press
In this article data from a large representative community sample of adolescents is analysed to investigate the relationship between a history of sexual abuse and adolescent functioning. Emotional problems, behavioural problems, suicidal thoughts and behaviour of boys and girls with a history of sexual abuse were compared to those in a matched control group of boys and girls without such a history. The results support to the need for further research investigating gender differences in response to sexual abuse.
A testament to pain
- Author:
- GAZE Harriet
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 5.3.98, 1998, p.12.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
Reports on how a new book, Wednesday's Child by Bifulco and Moran, which draws on 20 years of research involving 800 London women. The research reveals the links between widespread abuse of women in childhood and clinical depression in later life.
The educational needs of occupational therapists who work with adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse
- Author:
- FOULDER-HUGHES Lynda
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Occupational Therapy, 61(2), February 1998, pp.68-74.
- Publisher:
- Sage
This study aims to examine the education and training needs of occupational therapists who work with adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse (CSA). Two sample groups were used: occupational therapy pre-registration courses and occupational therapists working in mental health settings. Seventeen courses and 43 occupational therapists responded from around the UK. Discusses the research results and recommendations regarding prospective educational requirements and further research are made.