A clinician's guide to disclosures of sexual assault /
Newins, Amie R.,author.
Wilson, Laura C.,author.
"Sexual assault survivors face a precarious dilemma regarding whether or not to disclose their experience. Many survivors, once they disclose their victimization to others, are met with support and validation. These survivors report better outcomes. Unfortunately, others are not believed or are blamed for the incident(s). These negative reactions can have devastating consequences on their long-term recovery. The uncertainty of how others will respond to"--
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Scope of the Issue: Prevalence of Sexual Assault, Psychosocial Consequences, and Survivor Disclosure -- Labels and Language Related to Sexual Assault -- The Role of Reactions to Disclosure in Mental Health Among Survivors of Sexual Assault -- Assessing Sexual Assault and Reacting to Client Disclosures during Assessment -- Psychotherapy with Sexual Assault Survivors: Issues Related to Disclosure -- Case Example 1: Assessing Sexual Assault -- Case Example 2: Unanticipated Disclosures -- Case Example 3: Exposure Therapy with a Survivor of Sexual Assault -- Special Considerations for Various Populations -- Final Thoughts on Best Practices.
"Sexual assault survivors face a precarious dilemma regarding whether or not to disclose their experience. Many survivors, once they disclose their victimization to others, are met with support and validation. These survivors report better outcomes. Unfortunately, others are not believed or are blamed for the incident(s). These negative reactions can have devastating consequences on their long-term recovery. The uncertainty of how others will respond to"--
Rape victims
Rape victims
Sexual abuse victims
Sexual abuse victims