child sexual abuse

Sexually abused by her father and fearing for the safety of her younger sister, Gilly seeks the courage to tell someone what is happening.

Provides guidance for African-American women and men on getting help for dealing with childhood sexual abuse, presenting the experiences of survivors and discussing such topics as common reasons why African-American children do not disclose abuse; therapy; legal issues; and parenting.

Uses realistic scenarios and interviews to provide information about date rape drugs and how they work, demonstrate strategies to prevent date rape, illustrate the common warning signs of an unhealthy relationship, introduce the concept of inappropriate touch, and provide teenagers with resouces if abuse is occurring at home or in school.

Explores the emotional, physical, and legal issues surrounding the crime of sexual abuse, including possible reasons for committing abuse, how abuse affects the lives of victims, and how society can combat sexual abuse.

In four separate stories on the theme of sexual abuse of children, young victims are able to articulate their feelings and defend themselves, often with the help of another person whom they trust.

Discusses the sexual assault of children and how it can be prevented or survived.

Simple text and illustrations discuss how to tell the difference between acceptable physical affection and unacceptable touching and how to handle such situations.

Describes different forms of sexual abuse, the harm these encounters may cause, and preventive measures, such as assertive behavior, to help ensure safety. Also includes a brief discussion for parents and teachers.