• Title of article

    WHEN MALES BECOME VICTIMS – A CASE REPORT

  • Author/Authors

    Wahab, Suzaily Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia - Department of Psychiatry, Malaysia , Kalil, Ek Zakuan Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia - Department of Psychiatry, Malaysia , Tan, Susan M.K. Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia - Department of Psychiatry, Malaysia , Fong, Loh Sit Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia - Department of Psychiatry, Malaysia , Nor, Norazlin Kamal Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia - Department of Paediatrics, Malaysia

  • From page
    216
  • To page
    219
  • Abstract
    Objective: This case report highlights males as victims of sexual abuse, ascertain the factors that are associated with male sexual abuse and outline problems in management of sexual abuse with the presence of co morbidities. Methods: We report a case of sexual abuse in a 14 year old boy who has borderline mental retardation and ADHD. Results: The victim was traumatized due to the abuse. The perpetrator was not charged due to lack of evidence of the abuse and stigma. Conclusion: Sexual abuse that occurs in males can be influenced by multiple factors such as the presence of comorbidities. Strong awareness must be present in caregivers to prevent abuse in this population and to take appropriate and early action to effect the necessary intervention
  • Keywords
    Sexual abuse , mental retardation , psychological trauma
  • Journal title
    ASEAN Journal of Psychiatry
  • Journal title
    ASEAN Journal of Psychiatry
  • Record number

    2545982