Abstract
ABSTRACT The purpose of this exploratory study was to examine in-depth some specific family characteristics which may be present in incestuously abusing families. Forty-eight families referred for treatment for ongoing incestuous abuse were studied using a number of variables from within the domains of socio-environmental, family structure and function, individual personality, and family of origin using an approach which allowed for maximum flexibility to explore these variables in a non-intrusive way, yet still obtain information about the family from as many family members as possible. The findings demonstrate there is a rich complexity in the incestuous abuse phenomenon, with a broad set of systemic variables emerging which may contribute to both the etiology and maintenance of incestuous abuse. It is suggested that clinicians be aware that incestuous abuse is a multiple-system phenomenon that necessitates assessment and treatment of not just the offending parent and child victim, but of the complete family and community systems.
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