Statistics show that over 60% of sexual assault victims and nearly 30% of offenders are children and adolescents under the age of 18. During their developmental years, when cognitive, sexual, and psychological functions are still maturing, children may experience sexual harm in their most innocent stages. This harm includes sexual assault, sexual harassment, the exposure of intimate photos, digital sexual violence, consensual underage sexual activities, and sexual bullying. In these moments of partial understanding, children often feel confused and anxious.

At this time, their internal struggles and questions might be: "Have I been harmed? Did I do something wrong? Who should I tell?" or " What will others think of me now that something sexual has happened? Am I weird? I can't help but do things that make adults worry." They may wonder, "Who can I trust? I don’t like being alone. How can I trust or get close to people around me?"
As helping professionals, how can we stay attuned to the sexual trauma risks faced by children and adolescents, and support both victims and offenders through this painful and conflicting journey?

Learning objectives

1. Recognize the different types of sexual abuse and understand the psychological and physical responses of victims.
2. Integrate a developmental perspective when assessing the severity of sexual trauma in victims.
3. Develop appropriate responses to intervene in cases of sexual trauma.
4. Assess the psychological profile and behavioral context of common adolescent perpetrators in educational settings.
5. Establish models for cross-system collaboration in managing sexual trauma.

Course Format

1. Training Workshops: Lectures, Case Reviews, Response Demonstrations, And Role-Playing Exercises.
2. Group Supervision: Case Discussions And Small Group Discussions.