A Treatment Outcome Study for Sexually Abused Preschool Children: Initial Findings

Trauma and Treatment of Child Sexual Abuse

“…In another study, Cohen and Mannarino [31] compared TF-CBT to Non-directive Supportive Therapy for 86 preschool children ages 3-7 years old who experienced sexual abuse, and their non-abusive parents. TF-CBT was more successful in improving some PTSD symptoms that were assessed by the Weekly Behavior Report, sexual behaviors, total behavior problems, and internalized behavior symptoms.…”

Interventions for families victimized by child sexual abuse: Clinical issues and approaches for child advocacy center-based services

“…In a study by Cohen and Mannarino (1996), 69 children ages 3 to 7 years were randomly assigned to either 12 sessions of TF-CBT with a parent component or 12 sessions of nondirective supportive therapy (NST). Those in the TF-CBT condition demonstrated significant improvements in PTSD symptoms, as well as internalizing and externalizing behaviors.…”

“…In addition, TF-CBT also provides skills to the non-offending caregivers (e.g., psychoeducation, behavior management, safety skills to prevent future victimization for their children; Cohen & Mannarino, 1996;Corcoran, 2004;Paul et al, 2006). In a study by Celano, Hazzard, Webb, and McCall (1996), 32 girls ages 8 to 13 years, and their non-offending mothers were randomly assigned to either eight sessions of CBT or TAU that was supportive and non-structured.…”

“…In a review article by Saywitz et al (2000), several outcome studies were discussed that utilized CBT, in comparison to other treatment models, including nondirective and nonspecific treatments that are commonly used in community clinics. Across the studies reviewed, CBT and behavioral interventions were shown to be effective in reducing such symptoms as depression (Deblinger et al, 2001), PTSD (Cohen & Mannarino, 1998), and sexually inappropriate behaviors (Cohen & Mannarino, 1996).…”

Prevention and treatment of the psychological consequences of trauma in children and adolescents

“…At least 6 controlled trials of CBT have been completed in sexually abused children. CBT was reported to be better than usual community treatment or non-specific supportive therapy in decreasing PTSD and depression symptoms and improving social competence, with a small to medium effect size (Deblinger et al, 1999;Cohen & Mannarino, 1997). One randomized controlled trial of CBT in middle school children who had been exposed to violence and had PTSD symptoms has been recently reported (Stein et al, 2003).…”