The AIC has released new research by Griffith University and the Northern Territory Department of Corrections on the relationship between childhood sexual abuse victimisation and subsequent adolescent offending. The analysis shows:
- Child sexual abuse victimisation was more prominent among young people who sexually offended than those with non-sexual offences.
- Child sexual abuse typically co-occurred with other forms of maltreatment and adverse developmental experiences.
- Findings highlight the need for early intervention to prevent the emergence of sexual harm.
Full report: Examining the impact of childhood sexual abuse victimisation on adolescent offending outcomes
Summary paper: The links between childhood sexual abuse victimisation and adolescent offending
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