Adverse Childhood Experiences and Sibling Sexual Abuse [ARTICLE]
Course Details
Accreditation: | NBCC ACEP: 7250 |
Credit Hours: | 1 |
Presenter: | Dr. Jennifer Weeks |
Course Description
Sexual abuse among siblings is not an uncommon form of sexual harm seen in youth with problematic sexual behaviors. Particularly with youth that have had adverse childhood experiences. However, sibling sexual abuse is not often studied.
This research study compares characteristics of male adolescents who were sent to treatment for sexual offending behavior against siblings and non-siblings. Particular attention is paid to adverse childhood experiences and family characteristics.
Implications for clinical treatment of these adolescents is also discussed.
This is an accredited course designed for Licensed Professional Counselors to earn Continuing Education Hours, or LPC CEHs
Learning Objectives
Learners will:
- Come to understand the developmental risk factors associated with harmful sexual behavior against siblings.
- Understand the existing scientific literature on differences between youth who sexually harm siblings and non-siblings.
- Come to understand the influence of adverse childhood experiences on sexually harmful behavior.
NBCC ACEP: 7250
Sexual Addiction Treatment Services
Jennifer Weeks, Ph.D., Director
190 Brodhead Rd, Suite 107 Bethlehem, PA 18017
610.844.7180 | sexualaddictiontreatmentservices.com | jweeks@satshealing.com
Sexual Addiction Treatment Services has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7250. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Sexual Addiction Treatment Services is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.