title: Talking to sexually abused children: tips for physicians.
abstract: A child who has been sexually abused typically is not going to be forthcoming about the abuse. Therefore, it can be difficult and time-consuming for a physician who suspects sexual abuse to get the child to disclose what is happening. This article reviews strategies that can help physicians establish a trusting relationship with a child that may enable them to speak openly about what is going on in their lives.
authors.forename: Kathleen
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: McDowell
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D002648:Child; D002650:Child Abuse, Sexual / Q000523:psychology*; D002675:Child, Preschool; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D019221:Mandatory Reporting; D008910:Minnesota; D010817:Physician-Patient Relations; D012650:Self Disclosure; D035502:Trust