Working with Survivors of Sibling Sexual Abuse
A Guide to Therapeutic Support and Protection for Children and Adults
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Sibling sexual abuse is considered to be one of the most common forms of child sexual abuse within the family setting, yet it is often ignored, downplayed or denied in spite the impact on survivors.
Shining a spotlight on the hidden phenomenon, Christiane Sanderson provides a rigorous account of the nature and dynamics of sibling sexual abuse. She provides a clear explanation of the difference between developmentally appropriate, consensual sexual exploration and developmentally inappropriate, non-consensual sexual behaviour. The focus is on how these behaviours impact the sibling being harmed, the sibling who is harming, the wider family and adult survivors.
This book is essential reading for anyone involved in assessing, supporting, safeguarding or treating individuals or families impacted by sibling sexual abuse and all those working with adult survivors.
Shining a spotlight on the hidden phenomenon, Christiane Sanderson provides a rigorous account of the nature and dynamics of sibling sexual abuse. She provides a clear explanation of the difference between developmentally appropriate, consensual sexual exploration and developmentally inappropriate, non-consensual sexual behaviour. The focus is on how these behaviours impact the sibling being harmed, the sibling who is harming, the wider family and adult survivors.
This book is essential reading for anyone involved in assessing, supporting, safeguarding or treating individuals or families impacted by sibling sexual abuse and all those working with adult survivors.
- Published: Feb 21 2024
- Pages: 224
- 228 x 152mm
- ISBN: 9781805011262
Press Reviews
Mick Cooper, Professor of Counselling Psychology, University of Roehampton
Research on sibling sexual abuse is limited, and its impact can be overlooked or marginalised. In this important new book, Christiane Sanderson-a world-leading expert on counselling with trauma -lifts the lid on sibling sexual abuse, providing an original, practical, and insightful guide to therapeutic understandings and practices in this area.
Simon Hackett, Professor of Child Abuse and Neglect, Durham University
Christiane Sanderson, writes with clarity about a complex topic, carefully presenting the evidence and writing sensitively, empathically, and practically about what can be done to address sibling sexual abuse. The book is remarkable in its ability to speak to survivors, professionals, and parents alike.
Tanith McCulloch, Sibling Sexual Abuse Project Officer for Somerset and Avon Rape and Sexual Abuse Support (SARSAS)
Christiane's book is amazing. It is so thought provoking, insightful and so comprehensive, providing a huge amount of invaluable information within one place. It is not only a must read for all professionals but for survivors of SSA, family members, allies and society as a whole. This book provides so much insight, knowledge and education, with a deep dive into survivor's experiences. It explains the complexities and nuances involved within SSA and the detrimental, long-term impacts. It also highlights how we as society can best support and share in the efforts of preventing SSA. The information, case studies and literature shared provides individuals with tools they need to understand, empathise and best support survivors. One of the best books I have read in a very long time and it has truly enhanced my practice.