Factors Affecting Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse and Interventions Designed to Address the Problem| A Systematic Literature Review

• Main Author: Rivera, Bryant
• Language: EN
• Published: California State University, Los Angeles 2017
• Subjects: Mental health|Social work|Health sciences
• Online Access: http://pqdtopen.proquest.com/#viewpdf?dispub=10279834

<p> Adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse are increasing and there is a gap in the This study examines the literature on adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse and the effects on their mental health. The findings show that adults survivors of childhood sexual abuse have a higher rate of depression, anxiety, suicide, and substance abuse when compared to non-abused adults. Gathering the most recent information, this study analyzes interventions that can improve the mental health of adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse. Concurrently, this study discusses how cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) is the most effective intervention when compared to group therapy. Results show that the trauma focused component of CBT as well as homework and exercises given show a decrease in maladaptive behavior after the intervention concludes. Findings have implications for future research, including combining both interventions to provide a holistic intervention.</p>