Question 1

According to the Canadian Violence Against Women Survey,what percentage of Canadian women experienced at least one incident of sexual assault after the age of 15?

Accepted Answer

D

Question 2

What was the final outcome of the McMartin Preschool case?

Accepted Answer

Raymond Buckey and his mother, Peggy McMartin Buckey, were found not guilty in the McMartin Preschool case, which was a highly publicized trial involving allegations of child abuse and satanic ritual abuse.

Question 3

An investigator considers the statements made by a child in a case of alleged sexual abuse to determine if they are truthful or untruthful.Particular emphasis is placed on whether the statement seems coherent,has sufficient detail,and seems spontaneous rather than rehearsed.Which procedure is being used here?

Accepted Answer

The procedure being described is criteria-based content analysis (CBCA). CBCA is a technique used to evaluate the credibility of verbal statements, focusing on the content and quality of the statements, such as coherence, detail, and spontaneity, to assess their truthfulness.

Question 4

According to the 2001 Canadian Incidence Study of Reported Child Abuse and Maltreatment,what percentage of child maltreatment investigations involved sexual abuse allegations?

Accepted Answer

The 2001 Canadian Incidence Study of Reported Child Abuse and Maltreatment found that 10 percent of child maltreatment investigations involved sexual abuse allegations.

Question 5

According to the Criminal Code,which procedure designed to reduce the trauma of testifying by children who have been sexually abused is permitted,based on the discretion of the judge?

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

Which of the following techniques or procedures was NOT used by Children's Institute International staff in interviewing McMartin Preschool children?

Accepted Answer

The other three techniques or procedures (use of positive and negative consequences, the use of suggestive questions, and repetitious questioning) were all used by the Children's Institute International staff in interviewing McMartin Preschool children. However, questioning several children together was not used by the staff as they conducted individual interviews with each child.

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT one of the procedures that can be used to help reduce the trauma of testifying by children who have been sexually abused?

Accepted Answer

All of the other procedures listed (using child-sized chairs or letting them sit on the floor, using screens, and allowing closed-circuit TV testimony) are common ways to reduce the trauma of testifying for children who have been sexually abused. Reading a child's testimony out loud does not offer any additional protections for the child and may still subject them to the trauma of testifying in open court.

Question 8

Which treatment is designed specifically for use with children who have experienced childhood sexual abuse that has proven effective at reducing trauma-related symptoms among children and helping them to go on to live a symptom-free life?

Accepted Answer

Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT) is a treatment designed specifically for use with children who have experienced childhood sexual abuse. It has been shown to be effective at reducing trauma-related symptoms among children and helping them to go on to live a symptom-free life. TF-CBT is a short-term treatment that typically lasts between 12 and 16 sessions and is highly structured. It involves a combination of cognitive-behavioral techniques, exposure therapy, and narrative therapy. The goal of TF-CBT is to help children and their families build coping skills, improve communication, and process the traumatic experiences in a safe and supportive environment.

Question 9

Which of the following female victims experienced the most significant trauma in response to vaginal rapes?

Accepted Answer

Prepubescent women experience the most significant trauma in response to vaginal rapes due to their immature reproductive organs and the potential for long-term physical and psychological damage.

Question 10

Of what is psychic numbing a major symptom?

Accepted Answer

Psychic numbing is a major symptom of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It involves a lack of emotional responsiveness and feelings of detachment or estrangement from others. A person with PTSD may also have difficulty experiencing positive emotions and may feel a pervasive sense of numbness or indifference towards life in general. Psychic numbing is a way of coping with trauma by emotionally withdrawing from the experience, but it can also be a barrier to healing and recovery.

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT one of the guidelines proposed by Porter and colleagues that should be used to inform the assessments of sexual abuse allegations?

Accepted Answer

The other three guidelines (evaluating the content of the memory, corroborating the allegations, and considering individual differences) are proposed by Porter and colleagues as important factors to consider when assessing sexual abuse allegations. However, evaluating the credibility of the individual is not specifically mentioned as a guideline by Porter and colleagues. Instead, they suggest considering factors such as the timing of the disclosure, the consistency of the allegations over time, and the presence of physical evidence or witnesses.

Question 12

In the McMartin Preschool trial,for how long was one child cross-examined?

Accepted Answer

One child was cross-examined for 15.5 hours during the McMartin Preschool trial.

Question 13

What is the term for the use of general conclusions from social science research to determine factual issues in a specific case?

Accepted Answer

The term for using general conclusions from social science research to determine factual issues in a specific case is called social framework testimony. This involves experts in a certain field testifying about how research and data can be applied to a particular case.

Question 14

At what age can a child be interviewed by a judge to determine ability to give evidence?

Accepted Answer

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Question 15

In which country was the criterion-based content analysis technique developed?

Accepted Answer

The criterion-based content analysis technique was developed in Germany by Klaus Krippendorff in the 1970s.

Question 16

How has the number of sexual assaults reported to police changed?

Accepted Answer

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Question 17

Testimony by a psychologist for the defence in a case of alleged sexual abuse of a child might reflect all but one of the following.Which would NOT be a part of the defence testimony?

Accepted Answer

The validity of the child sexual abuse accommodation syndrome would be a topic discussed by the defence to support their argument, so it would be included in the testimony. However, the other options listed (A, C, and D) are all common topics that might be addressed by a psychologist testifying for the defence in a case of alleged sexual abuse of a child.

Question 18

In the Kelly Michaels case,social scientists prepared an amicus brief.What was its purpose?

Accepted Answer

The purpose of the amicus brief prepared by social scientists in the Kelly Michaels case was to address the suggestible nature of the interviewing procedures used to elicit testimony from young children, which could lead to false allegations of sexual abuse.

Question 19

Which organization published Helping a Child Be a Witness in Court: 101 Things to Know,Say,and Do?

Accepted Answer

The Centre for Children and Families in the Justice System published Helping a Child Be a Witness in Court: 101 Things to Know, Say, and Do.

Question 20

In cases of alleged sexual abuse of children,for whom does a psychologist testify?

Accepted Answer

Psychologists can testify for either the prosecution or the defence depending on their role in the case and their findings. It is their duty to present an objective and evidence-based report of their findings, regardless of which side they are testifying for. It is ultimately up to the judge and jury to determine the weight and validity of the psychologist's testimony.

Quiz 12: The Psychology of Child and Adult Sexual Assault Victims