Efficacy of group therapy for six to twelve years-old children victims of sexual abuse: A review of the literature
The current review is an analysis of 36 evaluative studies on group treatment for six to twelve years-old children victims of sexual abuse. Treatments are described and results regarding the efficacy of interventions are summarized. Evaluative studies have been identified through various databases and selected with specific inclusion/exclusion criteria. Results indicate that more methodologically sound research is needed. However, existing evaluation studies suggest that group treatments are effective in reducing children's internalizing and externalizing symptoms. When reported, treatment gains seem to be maintained. Important methodological limitations are noted for the majority of studies and few studies have explored clinical effects and revictimization rates.