Evaluation of a treatment program for sexually abused adult males
| Titre | {Evaluation of a treatment program for sexually abused adult males} |
| Type de publication | Journal Article |
| Year of Publication | 2006 |
| Authors | Romano, É., & Luca, D.R.V. |
| Journal | Journal of Family Violence |
| Volume | 21 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Pagination | 75 - 88 |
| Keywords | adult males multiple-baseline approach sexual abuse treatment evaluation |
| Abstract | This study evaluated the effectiveness of an individual treatment program for five adult males who experienced childhood sexual abuse. A treatment manual focusing on abuse-related self-blame, anger, and anxiety was developed. Daily self-blame, anger, and anxiety self-ratings were completed before and throughout treatment. A multiple-baseline approach was used to evaluate treatment effects. Overall findings indicated that most participants experienced significant reductions in self-blame, anger, and anxiety as a result of their involvement in the sexual abuse treatment program. Treatment was particularly helpful in decreasing feelings of self-blame and anger. The study made an important initial contribution to the development of systematic treatment outcome research for a population of individuals that has received relatively little attention. The results have implications for future clinical and research efforts with sexually abused adult males. |