Child Sexual Abuse Conference: Traumatic Impact, Prevention, and Intervention

Topics

• an overview and epidemiology of child sexual abuse
• the trauma impact on children of all ages from preschoolers to adolescents
• better understanding of the impact on the brain and physiological systems that have long-term effects
• knowledge about effective preventions and interventions for children and youth; case studies presented
• an overview of pedophilia; understanding the pedophile's strategies and motivations
• Internet usage as a gateway to childhood sexual abuse
• legal and reporting issues involved in a child sex abuse investigation

Goals and Takeaways

• a better understanding of the traumatic impact of abuse on children of all ages
• a sense of empowerment that inspires action to protect and help children of all ages
• a better understanding of how pedophiles operate
• knowledge of treatments that have been proven to be effective in helping children, youth, and their families recover from abuse
• an increased sense of hope and inspiration