Citation

Justino LC, Ferreira SR, Nunes CB, Barbosa MA, Gerk MA, de Freitas SL. Rev. Gaucha Enferm. 2011; 32(4): 781-787.

Vernacular Title

Violencia sexual contra adolescentes: notificacoes nos Conselhos Tutelares, Campo

Affiliation

Dois Irmãos do Buriti, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brasil. lucyanacg@gmail.com

Copyright

(Copyright © 2011, Escola de Enfermagem da Universidade Federal do Rio Grande e do Sul)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

22299282

Abstract

This study examines reports of sexual violence against adolescents in 2007 and 2008 made with the North- and South-District Child and Adolescent Protective Services of Campo Grande, the capital city of the state of Mato Grosso do Sul Brazil. Data for this retrospective, descriptive and quantitative research were collected from the services' archives on sexual violence against adolescents. Results: most victims were females. Reports predominantly concerned boys and girls from 10 to 14 years of age. Most offenders were males. The majority of reported cases occurred at home. When addressing cases of sexual violence, healthcare professionals should adopt a stance permeated by respect for the victims and their families. This requires providing a receptive environment, so as to ensure the level of privacy required for victimized adolescents to report facts and express their feelings.

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