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Gender Differences in Long-Term Health Consequences of Physical Abuse of Children: Data from a Nationally Representative Survey

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  • Thompson, M.P.
  • Kingree, J.B.
  • Desai, S.

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Objectives. This study investigated the effects of physical abuse in childhood on health problems in adulthood and assessed gender differences in these associations. Methods. We used data from 8000 men and 8000 women who were interviewed in the National Violence Against Women Survey. We used multivariate logistic regression to test for main and interactive effects and conducted post hoc probing of significant moderational effects. Results. Men were more likely than women to have experienced physical abuse during childhood. Whereas abuse had negative consequences for both boys and girls, it was generally more detrimental for girls. Conclusions. Findings suggest the need to consider gender differences and long-term adverse health consequences in the development of intervention strategies to address physical abuse in childhood.

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  • Thompson, M.P. & Kingree, J.B. & Desai, S., 2004. "Gender Differences in Long-Term Health Consequences of Physical Abuse of Children: Data from a Nationally Representative Survey," American Journal of Public Health, American Public Health Association, vol. 94(4), pages 599-604.
    • Handle: RePEc:aph:ajpbhl:2004:94:4:599-604_2
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