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A culturally sensitive sexual abuse prevention program for Latinos is proposed which makes recommendations regarding style of interaction, discussion topics of importance, and other areas which need he considered in the design and implementation of such a program. The role of the child, parents, professionals, and others involved is discussed.
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Millán, F., Rabiner, S.S. Toward a culturally sensitive child sexual abuse prevention program for latinos. J Soc Distress Homeless 1, 311–320 (1992). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01073956
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