A Survey of Problematic Sexualized Behaviors of Children in the New York City Child Welfare System: Estimates of Problem, Impact on Services, and Need for Training

Amy J. L. Baker, Mel Schneiderman, Rob Parker

2002-06-18articleJournal of Child Sexual Abuse28 citationsclosed

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Child Welfare and Adoption Child Abuse and Trauma Psychopathy, Forensic Psychiatry, Sexual Offending

Abstract

Forty-eight of 52 (92%) agencies contracted with the New York City Administration for Children's Services (ACS) responded to a survey about problematic sexualized behaviors (PSB) of children in different levels of care within the child welfare system. Results revealed that almost all agencies reported PSB within their foster boarding home and residential treatment centers. A majority of agencies perceived PSB to be a significant problem for which staff and families were not sufficiently trained. These findings highlight many avenues for advocacy, clinical intervention, and staff development.

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