NHS failing child sex abuse victims in adulthood, say psychiatrists
There have been decades of mistreatment and mismanagement of those who seek help later in life, say experts in a new, damning report.
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"I am sorry that, too often, victims have suffered avoidable harm when seeking help."
— Dr Lade Smith , Academic
"It was astonishing to me that it was not understood that traumatic memories are buried in order for you to survive."
— Caroline Thompson , Activist
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A survivor of childhood sexual abuse who sought help from NHS.
Immediate past president of the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
Leading consultant psychiatrist who chaired a working group on NHS care.
Leading consultant psychiatrist who chaired a working group on NHS care.
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There have been decades of mistreatment and mismanagement of those who seek help later in life, say experts in a new, damning report.
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