Intrasession Article: Child Abuse and Neglect

Question 1

The rate of confirmed abuse/neglect in America in 2011 was ______.

Answer 1

1:100

Question 2

______________ rates have declined recently, but _____________ rates have remained steady.

Answer 2

Physical and sexual abuse; neglect

Question 3

The majority of children who have been sexually abused present with what physical exam findings?

Answer 3

Nothing

There is often significant delay in presentation after the event. The type of abuse may not lead to physical injury, either (such as fondling or pornographic exploitation).