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UNIT 11:
SEXUAL ABUSE
Module 16/Unit 11
INTRODUCTION:
Sexual abuse is often not recognized as a reproductive health issue. In some cultures,
the subject of sexual abuse is often not discussed. However, as providers and
counselors, it is important to recognize this problem as a reproductive health issue. If
sexual abuse is not dealt with in a professional, nonjudgmental manner, it can lead to
further sexual and reproductive health problems. Providers and counselors should
possess good counseling skills and accurate knowledge of sexual abuse in order to
help the adolescent client.
UNIT TRAINING OBJECTIVE:
To help providers recognize and respond to sexual abuse as reproductive health issue.
SPECIFIC LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
By the end of the unit, participants will be able to:
1. Explain the importance of sexual abuse as a reproductive health issue.
2. Identify physical and behavioral indicators of sexual abuse.
3. Demonstrate how to screen for sexual abuse.
4. Develop a strategy for responding to survivors of sexual abuse.
SIMULATED SKILL PRACTICE:
• Through role plays and the use of Observer's Role Play Checklist, participants will
practice and demonstrate their skills in screening for sexual abuse. The trainer and
other Px will provide constructive feedback to help improve the screening skills of
each Px.
TRAINING/LEARNING METHODOLOGY:
• Trainer presentation
• Role play
• Brainstorming
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