Research on the effects of sexual abuse has found that boys tend to develop ________ behaviour problems and girls tend to develop ________ behaviour problems.

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Research suggests that boys who have experienced sexual abuse tend to develop externalized behavior problems, such as aggression or delinquent behavior, while girls tend to develop internalized behavior problems, such as depression or anxiety. Therefore, option C, externalized for boys and internalized for girls, is the best choice.

Research on the Effects of Sexual Abuse Has Found That