Often it is not until adulthood that survivors speak out about what happened. For what reasons do children often wait until then to tell their story?

Sep 24, 2010 - Linda Smallwood

Sexual abuse that occurs within the family is called incest or intrafamilial sexual abuse. Incestuous relationships occur between blood relatives and damages lives.

Sep 29, 2009 - Karen Stephenson

One in six boys is sexually abused before age 16. Males are further damaged by society's reluctance to accept their victimization and they tend to internalize their pain.

Feb 27, 2010 - Karen Stephenson

Statistics prove that some mothers sexually assault their children. Anecdotal evidence suggests that women who sexually abuse is under-reported by professionals.

Dec 31, 2009 - Karen Stephenson

Four male survivors braved the podium at the Understanding and Responding to Male Sexual Victimization Conference, held in Stoney Creek, Ont. May 12 2010.

May 13, 2010 - Heidi Grzesina

Dr. Jim Hopper says "one in six boys is sexually abused before age 16." Radio and television personality, Glenn Allan says those numbers are under reported.

Apr 23, 2010 - Heidi Grzesina

Sexual abuse in early childhood can have a devastating effect on a child's social and emotional development. Every preventative measure is worth the effort. Here is how.

Jan 22, 2010 - Lisl Fair

Sexual abuse during childhood can lead to severe consequences during adulthood without counseling.

Feb 15, 2011 - Allison Westbrook

Parenting children with a history of sexual abuse is a challenge that is difficult to undertake, but it is vital and can be wonderful.

Dec 19, 2010 - Sammi Feldman

Recognizing the signs of child sexual abuse and getting help for the victim can prevent a lifetime of problems for a child.

Apr 20, 2010 - Thom Simonson

Abuse during childhood, whether physical, emotional, sexual or neglect, can have lasting effects on the victim's health and behavior.

Jun 29, 2010 - Elizabeth Stannard Gromisch

A failure to recognize sibling abuse by parents may lead to disastrous consequences. Learn the signs and symptoms of sibling bullying and how to prevent it.

Nov 7, 2010 - Elizabeth Batt

Female sex offenders are more common than most law enforcement and mental health professionals realize. Sexual abuse has devastating effects on its victims.

Jun 3, 2010 - Sarah Blakemore

Pain from neglect and abuse lives on in many people's lives until they learn to forgive their parents, release old hurts, and move forward to create a fulfilling life.

Dec 17, 2009 - Gini Grey

One in three girls and one in six boys experience an unwanted sexual act. Ninety-five percent of the time, the child knows the abuser. Prevention is possible and works.

Sep 28, 2009 - Wendy Kelly

As senior Americans age, some, due to illness or disability, find themselves dependent on others to live. Unfortunately, this dependency can leave them open to abuse.

Oct 4, 2009 - Yvette Sajem

Child abuse is a serious problem-it can affect them physically and psychologically. Four types of child abuse exist, which all can affect the child.

Jul 24, 2010 - Elizabeth Stannard Gromisch

Young children often lack language skills to communicate about sexual abuse. Here is how to talk to toddlers about it and what to do in case of disclosure.

Jan 22, 2010 - Lisl Fair

Child abuse may not have clear signs and adults need to be vigilant and aware when interacting with children. Know the signs and types of child abuse.

Jun 24, 2010 - Mandie Rowden

Adults who experienced physical, sexual or emotional abuse, loss of a parent, or depression in the childhood home are at higher risk of disease, illness, mental disorders

Jan 17, 2008 - Victoria Anisman-Reiner