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Everson, Mark D.; Boat, Barbara W. – Child Abuse and Neglect: The International Journal, 1994
Seven functional uses of anatomical dolls in sexual abuse evaluations of young children are identified: comforter, icebreaker, anatomical model, demonstration aid, memory stimulus, diagnostic screen, and diagnostic test. The relevancy of criticisms is shown to vary greatly by doll use. The continued, informed use of anatomical dolls in sexual…
Descriptors: Child Abuse, Clinical Diagnosis, Counseling Techniques, Evaluation Methods
Shay, Joseph J. – Child Abuse and Neglect: The International Journal, 1992
This discussion of family therapy of sexual abuse survivors addresses the role of therapist countertransference in the treatment process. It is contended that attitudes toward family members and political, moral, and institutional beliefs undergird therapists' countertransference reactions, and consequently underlie interventions. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Beliefs, Counselor Attitudes, Counselor Characteristics, Counselor Client Relationship
Hechler, David – Child Abuse and Neglect: The International Journal, 1993
This commentary, by a journalist, addresses the conflict between those who believe there is an "epidemic" of child sexual abuse and those who see a flood of "false allegations." Child protective workers are urged to make their achievements and limitations more visible to journalists. They are urged to not misuse confidentiality laws to protect…
Descriptors: Agencies, Child Abuse, Child Welfare, Children
