A common characteristic of those who sexually abuse children is which of the following?

A common characteristic of those who sexually abuse children is which of the following?


A. Pressure victim into secrecy

B. Are usually unemployed and unmarried

C. Are unknown to victims and victims' families

D. Have many victims that are each abused only once



Answer: A. Sex offenders may pressure the victim into secrecy, referring to the activity as a "secret between us" that other people may take away if they find out. The offender may be anyone, from a family member to a stranger at any level of society. Sex offenders are usually trusted acquaintances of the victims and victims' families. Many victims are abused many times over a long period.


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