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Medical Professionals
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Include child sexual abuse and sibling sexual abuse prevention materials in parent education at well-child visits. Child sexual abuse is possibly the most common preventable form of childhood trauma, with lifelong physical and mental health consequences.
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Be on the lookout for physical signs of sexual trauma even in young children. Consider it a possibility when evaluating infections or ongoing irritation in the genital or anal area, including in boys.
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Remain aware of the possibility of sexual activity with a sibling when addressing pediatric patients. In conversations or questioning about body safety and consent, specifically include siblings, cousins, and adult relatives.
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Be aware of the possibility that your patient could be causing sexual harm to other children. Include conversations around respecting others' bodies and privacy in conversations about sexuality, especially in boys beginning or going through puberty.
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Include the possibility of child-on-child and sibling-caused sexual and physical abuse in mandatory reporter training for staff.
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Be sensitive to the possibility that childhood sexual abuse, including sibling sexual trauma or abuse, could be contributing to the mental and physical ailments that bring adult patients to your practice
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Be prepared with materials, resources, and referrals for parents when child sexual trauma is suspected, including those who are parents of the survivor, the offender, or both.
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Download and print 5WAVES flyers for use with both staff and patients:
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