NCJ Number
230668
Journal
Journal of Child Sexual Abuse Volume: 19 Issue: 2 Dated: March-April 2010 Pages: 141-155
Date Published
March 2010
Length
15 pages
Annotation
Results are presented from an evaluation of the Mosac Massage Program, instructing nonabusing mothers of children who have been sexually abused in basic massage skills.
Abstract
The aim of this study was to conduct a pilot evaluation of the Mosac Massage Program, a novel program that uses massage to address some of the difficulties faced by children who have been sexually abused and their nonabusing parents. Interviews were conducted with four participating mothers immediately before and after the program. Benefits included improved bonding and communication between mother and child and a relaxing and enjoyable therapy for both mother and child. The program appeared to be a useful complement to talking therapies. Further evaluations are needed to confirm the potential benefits. References and appendix (Published Abstract)