Vatican Doubles Statute of Limitations on Sex Abuse – BusinessWeek
The Vatican doubled the statute of limitations for prosecuting priests for sexual abuse to 20 years as part of a revamp of its rules as allegations of misconduct by clergy spread around the globe.
Sexual Abuse Has Long-Term Effects
Sexual abuse is linked to a variety of mental health issues, including suicide attempts, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression, eating disorders and sleep disorders, according to researchers.
Little House on the Prairie Star Reveals Details of Childhood Abuse : In Entertainment
American actress and stand-up comedian Alison Arngrim – best known for playing the part of Nellie Oleson on the US family drama “Little House on the Prairie” – has decided to tell all in her new book, including details on how she was abused as a child.
Child Sex Abuse Bill Dies in New York Legislature – NYTimes.com
For four years, advocates for sexually abused children had fought a battle in the New York Legislature to open a legal window that would allow victims to file lawsuits against predators long after the statute of limitations had expired.
A Multnomah County jury said the Boy Scouts of America must pay $18.5 million in punitive damages for the abuse a former Scout suffered in being repeatedly molested by a Southeast Portland Scout leader in the 1980s.
Judge rules Hawaii sexual predator owes victim $2.5 million | The Honolulu Advertiser
Serial sexual predator Michael Stephens was presented with a $2.5 million court judgment from one of his victims this morning.
Abuse in childhood linked to migraines – UPI.com
Childhood maltreatment, especially emotional abuse and neglect, are prevalent in migraine patients, U.S. researchers found.