Descriptor
| Age | 1 |
| Child Abuse | 1 |
| Females | 1 |
| Incidence | 1 |
| Medical Research | 1 |
| Models | 1 |
| Predictor Variables | 1 |
| Research Needs | 1 |
| Sexual Abuse | 1 |
Source
| Child Abuse & Neglect: The… | 1 |
Author
| Kerns, David L. | 1 |
Publication Type
| Journal Articles | 1 |
| Reports - Research | 1 |
| Speeches/Meeting Papers | 1 |
Education Level
Audience
Location
Laws, Policies, & Programs
Assessments and Surveys
What Works Clearinghouse Rating
Peer reviewedKerns, David L. – Child Abuse & Neglect: The International Journal, 1998
This study identified characteristics of girls likely to have positive medical findings for child sexual-abuse. Females who were suspected to be child sexual abuse victims (n=1,456) were medically evaluated. Associations were found between positive findings of trauma and age and a history of sexual contact. A prediction model for suspected victims…
Descriptors: Age, Child Abuse, Females, Incidence
