Slayer of the Soul: Child Sexual Abuse and the Catholic ChurchBreaks through the myths, anger and confusion that surround child sexual abuse. Experts in the fields of mental health, law, pastoral theology, communications and medicine here answer these questions: What is child sexual abuse? Who are the victims of this behaviour? Who are the perpetrators? What help exists for each group? What is the Church's responsibility in the process of healing? Counters the discrimination often shown against both victim and perpetrator. Illustrates how the Church community can provide leadership responding to the message of Jesus by taking decisive action, demonstrating compassion, promoting healing, and enabling reformation. |
Contents
Myths of the Child Molester | 9 |
Psychological Theories | 19 |
The Treatment of Child Sex Abusers in the Church | 45 |
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