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Home > Parenting a Child Who Has Been Sexually Abused: A Guide for Foster and Adoptive Parents > Parenting a Child Who Has Been Sexually Abused: A Guide for Foster and Adoptive Parents: Conclusion
Parenting a Child Who Has Been Sexually Abused: A Guide for Foster and Adoptive Parents
Factsheet for Families
Conclusion Many people want to help children who have been sexually abused, but many struggle with feelings of anger and disgust as they learn more about the abuse. You may need help to resolve these struggles and to move toward acceptance of your child's background. If you were (or suspect you may have been) sexually abused as a child, dealing with your own child's difficulties may be particularly challenging, and reading this factsheet may have brought up difficult thoughts and feelings. Your courage in facing these issues and tackling a personally difficult and painful subject can actually be helpful to your children by demonstrating to them that sexual abuse experiences can be managed and overcome. Creating a structured, safe, and nurturing home is the greatest gift that you can give to all of your children. Seek help when you need it, share your successes with your social worker, and remember that a healthy relationship with your children allows them to begin the recovery process. It is in the parent-child relationship that your child learns trust and respect, two important building blocks of your children's safety and well-being.
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