Understanding and preventing re-victimisation

Abstract

This chapter considers risk factors and contexts for children and young people experiencing abuse and significant harm, with a focus on clinical approaches to understanding and preventing re-victimisation following childhood sexual abuse. Processes contributing to re-victimisation are discussed, including psychological, systemic and societal factors. Assessment approaches and clinical interventions to prevent further sexual abuse and exploitation are suggested, in line with the evidence-base and clinical practice developments that support individual children and young people, parents and caregivers and their wider systems.