A Sourcebook on Child Sexual Abuse

– How widespread is child sexual abuse?

– Which groups of children are at greatest risk?

– Why do offenders offend?

– What are the initial and long-term effects of sexual abuse on victims?

– How can child sexual abuse be prevented?

– How should researchers approach the problem?

David Finkelhor is a leading researcher in the field of family violence and child sexual abuse. He is the author of two previous books on the subject, Sexually Victimized Children and Child Sexual Abuse: New Theory and Research.

Finkelhor is also known for his work in other areas of family violence. He is a co-editor of Dark Side of