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Frequently Asked Questions About Sexual Abuse

From California Dept. of Justice, for About.com

Question:

How can children ever recover from such an experience?

Answer:

Children are amazingly resilient. Research suggests that children who are supported when they disclose or when the victimization comes to light heal more quickly than those who are not believed. A supportive family response and professional intervention can also help to heal child victims and their families.

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