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INTRODUCTION WHO MAY BENEFIT |
TEACHERS EIGHT LESSONS |
WHAT TO DO |
The Effects of Molestation on Children:
Behavioral problems:
Withdrawal
Seductive or aggressive behavior
Running away
Eating disorders
Depression
Anxiety
Confusion about identity
Nightmares or trouble sleeping
Loss of trust
Self-destructive behavior
Loss of self-esteem
Physical evidence is found in only 5% of cases.
If it is found it may take the form of:
Injury to the genital area
Painful urination or defecation
Sexually transmitted diseases, including AIDS
Often Found in Untreated Adults Molested As Children are:
Low self-esteem
Guilt, shame, fear
Loss of trust
Difficulty in forming relationships
Power and control issues
Poor parenting skills
Inability to distinguish between sex and affection.
Self-destructive behavior such as:
Drug or alcohol abuse
Eating disorders
Self-mutilation
Suicide attempts
Sexual dysfunction
Promiscuity,
(due to being taught that this was the way to get attention or this was all you were good for.)