Compared to children who have not been sexually abused, children who have been sexually abused are likely, in later life, to

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Research has shown that there is a link between being sexually abused as a child and becoming a child abuser themselves. This is not to say that all individuals who have been sexually abused will become abusers, but the likelihood of this occurring is higher than in those who have not experienced sexual abuse. The other options (A, B, and D) are not accurate as individuals who have experienced sexual abuse are more likely to display self-destructive behaviors, have higher rates of alcohol and drug abuse, and suffer from psychological problems.

Compared to Children Who Have Not Been Sexually Abused, Children