sexually abused children

Twelve-year-old Emma, suffering regular sexual abuse by her father, a respected small town doctor in Wisconsin, survives the ordeal by taking flight from her body--an activity that puts her in touch with Ginny, the sister who died before Emma was born.

Assistant district attorney Nina Frost has always prided herself on the fact that she protects the city's children from abuse and crime, but when her own son is sexually abused, she finds herself overcome with rage and sets out to find his attacker and exact justice for her son.

It has been four years since Oakley, her mum, and brother fled to Australia. With the trials looming, she makes the decision to return to England. Oakley is desperate for closure so she can put the past behind her and move on with her life. Her love for Cole never faded, but how will he react to her return after so long?.

A series of poems convey the feelings of a young girl whose sense of joy and security at the family's summer house is shattered when an older boy who lives nearby sexually abuses her.

Provides guidance for African-American women and men on getting help for dealing with childhood sexual abuse, presenting the experiences of survivors and discussing such topics as common reasons why African-American children do not disclose abuse; therapy; legal issues; and parenting.

Tony Johnson reveals how he grew up abused, made school and New York's mean streets a refuge, was rescued by people who could love him, and ultimately had to face an AIDS diagnosis.

Provides a comprehensive overview of research into the causes, prevalence, and prevention of childhood sexual abuse, focusing on identification of abuse, protection of children, and treatment of victims and abusers. Includes biographical sketches of people working to eliminate childhood sexual abuse, and listings of concerned organizations.

Discusses the myths and effects of sexual abuse, treatment for victims, and ways to prevent such abuse.