Metodi di valutazione dell'abuso sessuale sui minori: č ammissibile, ed č utile, il testing psicometrico?

2009 ◽  
pp. 33-46
Author(s):  
Santo Di Nuovo
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Abuse ◽  
Key Words ◽  
Therapeutic Intervention ◽  
Discriminant Validity ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Psychometric Tests ◽  
Projective Techniques ◽  
Key Words Sexual Abuse

- The article focuses the strongly criticized use of psychometric tests in the evaluation of children sexual abuse. The use of inventories and projective techniques as Rorschach, thematic and design-based tests, is useful to assess the psychic consequences after the abuse and to plan a therapeutic intervention. But the reliability and the discriminant validity of the indicators derived from the tests are reduced when the aim of the assessment is to search for signs of an hypothesized abuse. Results of empirical studies regarding these issues are reported, suggesting that a proper use of psychometric tests in juridical settings requests interpretive caution.Key words: sexual abuse, assessment, psychometric tests, projective techniques.Parole chiave: abuso sessuale, assessment, test psicometrici, tecniche proiettive.

La vittima di abuso e il pericolo di abuso da parte delle istituzioni

2009 ◽  
pp. 133-143
Author(s):  
Annamaria Caruso
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Abuse ◽  
Key Words ◽  
Forensic Assessment ◽  
Judicial System ◽  
Legal Assistance ◽  
Effective Protection ◽  
The Family ◽  
Abuse Disclosure ◽  
Victims Of Sexual Abuse ◽  
Key Words Sexual Abuse

- This article analyzes the encounter between children who are victims of sexual abuse within the family and the judicial system; it shows the various conditions that could determine forms of secondary victimization. Various phases are analyzed in which the minor is involved: the disclosure of abuse, the interrogation, the psychological forensic assessment and the legal assistance to the victim. The purpose of this article is both to make clear that in cases of sexual abuse different procedures may be adopted before different judicial authorities and supply useful information to different protagonists to integrate their competencies with the aim of effective protection of victims.Key words: sexual abuse, disclosure, psychological forensic assessment, victimization.Parole chiave: abuso sessuale, rivelazione, perizia psicologica, vittimizzazione.

L'incidente probatorio del minore parte offesa

2009 ◽  
pp. 125-132
Author(s):  
Daniela Diano
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Abuse ◽  
Key Words ◽  
Protection Measures ◽  
The Real ◽  
Victims Of Sexual Abuse ◽  
The Moment ◽  
International Conventions

- This study analyses 37 questionnaires administered to the same number of auxiliaries of the Judge for the preliminary investigations with reference to the probatory incident on alleged minor victims of sexual abuse. The research wants to examine the real care and protection measures of the alleged victims during the period of time that goes from revelation to judicial hearing and to the moment of the same hearing. Besides, it aims to verify to what extent hearing is a hardship for the child and the eventual correlations between that and some variables about the procedures for the collection of witness, the need of protection and the setting features. The results show, even within the judicial course, a low, late or failed activation of the assistance, protection and care already provided by national rules and international conventions.Key words: auxiliary, probatory procedure, protected hearing, interview.Parole chiave: ausiliario, incidente probatorio, audizione protetta, intervista.

“I Will Never Know the Person Who I Could Have Become”: Perceived Changes in Self-Identity Among Adult Survivors of Clergy-Perpetrated Sexual Abuse

2016 ◽  
Vol 34 (6) ◽  
pp. 1139-1162 ◽  
Author(s):  
Scott D. Easton ◽  
Danielle M. Leone-Sheehan ◽  
Patrick J. O’Leary
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Abuse ◽  
Media Coverage ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Clinical Sample ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Adult Survivors ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Relational Self ◽  
Self Identity

Clergy-perpetrated sexual abuse (CPSA) during childhood represents a tragic betrayal of trust that inflicts damage on the survivor, the family, and the parish community. Survivors often report CPSA has a disturbing impact on their self-identity. Despite intense media coverage of clergy abuse globally in the Catholic Church (and other faith communities) over several decades, relatively few empirical studies have been conducted with survivors. Beyond clinical observations and advocacy group reports, very little is known about survivors’ perceptions of how the abuse impacted their long-term self-identity. Using data collected during the 2010 Health and Well-Being Survey, this qualitative analysis represents one of the first large-scale studies with a non-clinical sample of adult male survivors of CPSA from childhood ( N = 205). The negative effects of the sexual abuse on participants were expressed across six domains of self-identity: (a) total self, (b) psychological self, (c) relational self, (d) gendered self, (e) aspirational self, and (f) spiritual self. These findings highlight the range and depth of self-suffering inflicted by this pernicious form of sexual violence. The findings are useful for developing clinical services for survivors, shaping public and institutional policies to address clergy-perpetrated sexual abuse, and guiding future research with this population.

scholarly journals Review/Reseña: Paulsrud, BethAnne, Tian, Zhongfeng, & Toth, Jeanette. (Eds.). (2021). English-medium instruction and translanguaging. Multilingual Matters.

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 82-86
Author(s):  
Irene Soriano Flórez
Keyword(s):  
Key Words ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Raising Awareness ◽  
Palabras Clave ◽  
Linguistic Repertoire ◽  
English Medium Instruction ◽  
L1 Use ◽  
New Research

EN This text reviews English-Medium Instruction and Translanguaging, edited by Paulsrud, Tian, and Toth, published this year (2021) by Multilingual Matters. The book comprises eleven empirical studies from across the globe, by different authors, raising awareness of the multiple possibilities, challenges, and considerations that emerge when addressing translanguaging in English-medium instruction (EMI) today. The authors of this volume inspire new research paths towards translanguaging theory, practice, and policy. Key words: TRANSLANGUAGING, ENGLISH-MEDIUM INSTRUCTION (EMI), LINGUISTIC REPERTOIRE, L1 USE ES Este texto es una reseña de English-Medium Instruction and Translanguaging de Paulsrud, Tian y Toth, publicado este año (2021) por Multilingual Matters. El libro recoge once estudios empíricos procedentes de todo el mundo y de distintos autores, que permiten conocer las múltiples posibilidades, consideraciones y retos que surgen al abordar el translenguaje en contextos de inglés como Medio de Instrucción (IMI) hoy en día. Los autores de este volumen abren nuevas vías de investigación sobre la teoría y la práctica asociadas al translenguaje y sobre políticas educativas que lo incorporen. Palabras clave: TRANSLENGUAJE, INGLÉS COMO MEDIO DE INSTRUCCIÓN (IMI), REPERTORIO LINGÜÍSTICO, USO DE LA L1 IT Questo testo recensisce English-Medium Instruction and Translanguaging di Paulsrud, Tian e Toth, pubblicato quest’anno (2021) da Multilingual Matters. Il libro, che raccoglie undici studi empirici di diversi autori provenienti da tutto il mondo, permette di conoscere le molteplici possibilità, le considerazioni e le sfide originate dall’occuparsi di translanguaging in un contesto di inglese come lingua d’istruzione (EMI). Le autrici e l’autore del volume indicano nuovi sentieri di ricerca sulla teoria e la pratica associate al translanguaging e sulle politiche educative che lo includono. Parole chiave: TRANSLANGUAGING, INGLESE COME LINGUA D’ISTRUZIONE (EMI), REPERTORIO LINGUISTICO, USO DELLA L1

A Field Study of “False Memory Syndrome”: Construct Validity and Incidence

1996 ◽  
Vol 24 (2) ◽  
pp. 299-338 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wendy E. Hovdestad ◽  
Connie M. Kristiansen
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Abuse ◽  
False Memory ◽  
Interpersonal Relationships ◽  
Discriminant Validity ◽  
Community Sample ◽  
Recovered Memory ◽  
Trauma Symptoms ◽  
Recovered Memories ◽  
False Memory Syndrome ◽  
Using Data

False memory syndrome (FMS) is described as a serious form of psychopathology characterized by strongly believed pseudomemories of childhood sexual abuse. A literature review revealed four clusters of symptoms underlying the syndrome regarding victims' belief in their memories of abuse and their identity as survivors, their current interpersonal relationships, their trauma symptoms across the lifespan, and the characteristics of their therapy experiences. The validity of these clusters was examined using data from a community sample of 113 women who identified themselves as survivors of girlhood sexual abuse. Examining the discriminant validity of these criteria revealed that participants who had recovered memories of their abuse (n = 51), and who could therefore potentially have FMS, generally did not differ from participants with continuous memories (n = 49) on indicators of these criteria. Correlational analyses also indicated that these criteria typically failed to converge. Further, despite frequent claims that FMS is occurring in epidemic proportions, only 3.9%-13.6% of the women with a recovered memory satisfied the diagnostic criteria, and women with continuous memories were equally unlikely to meet these criteria. The implications of these findings for FMS theory and the delayed-memory debate more generally are discussed.

scholarly journals PERSEPSI ORANG TUA TENTANG KEKERASAN SEKSUAL PADA ANAK DI KARANGANYAR RT 03/RW 01 KELURAHAN BANYUMANIK KOTA SEMARANG

2017 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 10
Author(s):  
Siti Nur Umariyah Febriyanti
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Sexual Abuse ◽  
Key Words ◽  
Sex Education ◽  
Phenomenological Approach ◽  
The Body ◽  
Genital Organ ◽  
Older Person ◽  
Sex Abuse ◽  
Central Java

Latar belakang: Kekerasan seksual merupakan hubungan atau interaksi antara seorang anak dengan orang yang lebih tua atau orang dewasa seperti orang asing, saudara sekandung atau orang tua dimana anak dipergunakan sebagai objek pemuas kebutuhan seksual pelaku. Kota Semarang menduduki peringkat ketiga dengan 42 kasus kekerasan seksual pada anak dari 35 kabupaten di Jateng. Studi pendahuluan yang didapatkan dari Bapermas sub bidang PPA Kecamatan Banyumanik Kota Semarang di Karanganyar Rt 03/Rw 01 Kelurahan Banyumanik terdapat 1 kasus kejadian kekerasan seksual pada anak di tahun 2015 anak tersebut masih berumur 14 tahun. Tujuan penelitian: mengeksplorasi persepsi orang tua tentang kekerasan seksual pada anak di Karanganyar Rt 03/Rw 01 Kelurahan Banyumanik Kota Semarang. Metode penelitian: Desain penelitian yang digunakan penelitian Kualitatif dengan pendekatan fenomenologi. Partisipan dalam penelitian ini adalah orang tua yang memiliki anak usia 9-12 tahun. Dalam penelitian ini menentukan jumlah populasi dengan saturasi data.Instrumen dalam penelitian ini adalah peneliti sendiri. Hasil penelitian: Dari 6 tujuan khusus yang telah ditetapkan, telah terjadi kesaturasian data pada setiap tujuan khusus. Kesimpulan: Orang tua memiliki pemahaman yang baik tentang kejahatan seksual pada anak. Saran: Untuk itu, disarankan kepada orang tua agar memberikan pendidikan seks dini kepada anak sejak umur 5 tahun di mana pendidikan seks dini meliputi memberitahu anatomi organ genital dan siapa saja yang boleh menyentuh tubuh anak tersebut. Kata kunci : persepsi orang tua; kekerasan seksual pada anak  Perceptions of Parents about Sexual Abuse on Children in Karanganyar RT 03 / RW 01 Banyumanik Subdistrict, Semarang City. Abstract Background: Sexual abuse is a relationship or interaction between a child and an older person or adult like a stranger, sibling or parent where the child is used as an object of satisfying the needs of sexual perpetrators. Semarang city occupies third position with 42 cases of sexual abuse on children of 35 districts in Central Java. Preliminary studies were obtained from Bapermas sub-sector of  PPA Banyumanik District of Semarang in Karanganyar RT 03 / RW 01. Banyumanik Subdistrict there is one case of child sexual abuse incident in 2015, the child was 14 years old. The aim of study: was to explore the perception of parents about the sexual abuse of children in Karanganyar RT 03 / RW 01 Banyumanik Subdistrict, Semarang City. Methods: The study design used qualitative research with phenomenological approach. Participants in this study are the parents who have children aged 9-12 years old. In this study determines the amount of population with saturation of data. Instrument in this study is the researchers themselves. Results: From the sixth purposes that has been agreed, it has been data compatible in each specific purpose. Conclusion: The parents have a good understanding about sex abuse of children. Suggestion: There for, it is suggested to parents to provide early sex education to children from the age of 5 years in which early sex education includes telling anatomical genital organ and anyone is allowed to touch the body of the child. Key words : the perception of parents; sexual abuse on children

Il colloquio investigativo: le conseguenze di una buona e di una cattiva prassi

2009 ◽  
pp. 47-59
Author(s):  
Giuliana Mazzoni
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Abuse ◽  
Child Sexual Abuse ◽  
Key Words ◽  
Eyewitness Testimony ◽  
Research Data ◽  
Negative Consequences ◽  
Investigative Interview ◽  
Interview Techniques ◽  
Made In

- In this article research is briefly reviewed on investigative interview techniques in children alleged victims of child sexual abuse. It is shown that such techniques represent a crucial factor in determining the accuracy and reliability of the witness report. Research in the psychology of eyewitness testimony provides important elements to understand which techniques are examples of good and which are examples of bad practice, which errors are commonly made in interviews, and which are the negative consequences of such common errors. Guidelines can limit the number of errors and render a report more accurate. Guidelines should be the same for every interviewer, and should be developed by a group of experts who are clearly familiar with the research data obtained in the psychology of eyewitness testimony.Key-words: eyewitness testimony, interview, children, sexual abuse.Parole chiave: testimonianza oculare, intervista, bambini, abuso sessuale.

Sexual Abuse in the Orthodox Jewish Community: A Literature Review

2020 ◽  
pp. 152483802090654
Author(s):  
Efrat Lusky-Weisrose ◽  
Amitai Marmor ◽  
Dafna Tener
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Abuse ◽  
Jewish Community ◽  
Religious Affiliation ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Minority Group ◽  
Orthodox Jewish ◽  
The North ◽  
Cultural Conservatism ◽  
Media Reports ◽  
Meta Analyses

Sexual abuse is a cross-cultural phenomenon related to multiple cultural contexts including religious affiliation. The Haredi, or Orthodox Jewish community (OJC), constitutes a significant minority group of the worldwide Jewish population, characterized by cultural conservatism, steadfast loyalty to the community, and strict religious behavioral codes. To date, only few empirical studies (as opposed to multiple media reports) have dealt with the issue of sexual abuse within the OJC. Using Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines, we conducted a systematic review of the literature on sexual abuse within the OJC and its subgroups that addresses experiences and reports of victims, perpetrators, the Jewish and general community, and professionals in the North America, Israel, and Australia. Articles were collected from peer-reviewed databases and bibliographies; 13 quantitative and qualitative articles were included in the final sample. Three themes emerged: disclosure of sexual abuse, perceptions and attitudes toward the abuse, and its implications. Results indicated that alongside several findings that were specifically grounded in the context of closed collective or religious societies and the OJC in particular, most essentially reflected universal aspects of sexual abuse. The results suggest promoting context-informed interventions based on community knowledge and resilience, together with appropriate training in order to better understand the needs of the OJC and of closed communities in general.

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