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This analysis aims to examine trends in childhood sexual abuse and bullying victimization from 1990 to 2021 using global burden of disease data.

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March 13, 2026Open Access

Childhood sexual abuse and bullying victimization: National, regional and global trend analysis from global burden of disease data 1990–2021

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This analysis aims to examine trends in childhood sexual abuse and bullying victimization from 1990 to 2021 using global burden of disease data.
Analyzed global burden of disease data from 1990 to 2021
Focused on national and regional variations in childhood sexual abuse and bullying
Assessed gender disparities in exposure to abuse
Childhood sexual abuse and bullying victimization rates have increased over the last three decades
Males experience higher rates of both childhood sexual abuse and bullying
Significant regional differences exist in the prevalence of these issues

Abstract

The global burden of child abuse has shown increasing trends over the last three decades. Despite variations, gender disparities persist, with males consistently experiencing higher exposure. The results of this study highlight the need for policy interventions, preventive measures, and targeted support programs to address these issues.

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Maqsood et al. (Mon,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69b3ab0002a1e69014ccbbb0 https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chiabu.2026.107982

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