Harmful Sexual Behaviour in Young Children and Pre-Teens: An Education Issue

Harmful Sexual Behaviour in Young Children and Pre-Teens is a book that provides evidence-based understanding on typical sexual development versus harmful sexual behavior, the prevalence and impacts associated with harmful sexual behavior, Australian laws, policies, and educator responsibilities, responses and support systems for children who display harmful sexual behavior, and the implications and challenges for future practice. It responds to the Australian Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse recommendation 10.1 to address primary prevention strategies, secondary prevention strategies, and tertiary intervention strategies.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 146 pages
Publication date: 29 April 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Despite extensive research and authorship on child sexual abuse, much of the focus has been on adult perpetrators and child victims. However, there has been limited attention paid to children's harmful sexual behavior and the diverse range of influences that contribute to it. Harmful Sexual Behaviour in Young Children and Pre-Teens aims to provide a comprehensive and evidence-based understanding of this issue.

The book delves into the distinction between typical sexual development and harmful sexual behavior, exploring the prevalence and consequences of such behavior. It also examines Australian laws, policies, and educator responsibilities related to preventing and responding to harmful sexual behavior. Additionally, the book discusses responses and support systems for children who exhibit harmful sexual behavior, as well as the implications and challenges for future practice.

In response to the Australian Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse's recommendation 10.1, the authors have crafted this book to address primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention strategies. The primary prevention strategies focus on educating family, community members, carers, and professionals about preventing harmful sexual behaviors. The secondary prevention strategies aim to ensure early intervention when harmful sexual behaviors are developing, while the tertiary intervention strategies focus on addressing harmful sexual behaviors.

The authors have conducted a comprehensive review of psychological, sociological, legal, and educational research to inform and support professionals involved in the wellbeing and education of children. By understanding, managing, and reducing dysfunctional sexual development in children, professionals can play a vital role in promoting the safety and well-being of young individuals.

This book is a valuable resource for educators, mental health professionals, child protection agencies, and anyone who works with children and is interested in preventing and addressing harmful sexual behavior. It provides a comprehensive and evidence-based approach to understanding and addressing this complex issue, which is crucial for promoting the sexual health and well-being of young people.

Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367499211