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Children and young people disclosing sexual abuse

NSPCC research briefing

By Debra Allnock (April 2010)

Children and young people disclosing sexual abuse: an introduction to the research (PDF, 262KB) reviews the literature on when, how and to whom children talk about sexual abuse. 

Children and young people may not readily disclose experiences of abuse, yet it is vital that they can safely tell someone so that they can access the help and support they need. This briefing examines some of the dynamics involved in the process, and outlines the factors that inhibit them from speaking out.

Children and young people disclosing sexual abuse: an introduction to the research (PDF, 262KB)