When males become victims - A case report
- Author:
Suzaily Wahab
;
Ek Zakuan Kalil
;
Susan M.K. Tan
;
Loh Sit Fong
;
Norazlin Kamal Nor
- Publication Type:Case Reports
- Keywords:
Sexual abuse, mental retardation, psychological trauma
- From:ASEAN Journal of Psychiatry
2010;11(2):216-219
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Objective: This case report highlights males as victims of sexual abuse, ascertain the factors that are associated with male sexual abuse and outline
problems in management of sexual abuse with the presence of co morbidities.
Methods: We report a case of sexual abuse in a 14 year old boy who has borderline mental retardation and ADHD. Results: The victim was traumatized due to the abuse. The perpetrator was not charged due to lack of
evidence of the abuse and stigma. Conclusion: Sexual abuse that occurs in males can be influenced by multiple factors such as the presence of comorbidities.
Strong awareness must be present in caregivers to prevent abuse in this population and to take appropriate and early action to effect the necessary intervention.
