LA-12-year-old booked with raping three younger boys

[withay]

While it is true that many serial rapists were never abused as children, most children who act out sexually were sexually abused. I don't have any links, just 25+ years experience in social services. The age that this boy is (12) is about the "breaking point" for him to have any possibility of living a normal productive life and to not go on to hurt other children. He will need (as will his victims) intensive counseling and strict supervision. And even then, he may be far too damaged to be fixed. I just pray that ALL of these children can be saved.

[EvilEyeBall]

Originally Posted by withay

While it is true that many serial rapists were never abused as children, most children who act out sexually were sexually abused. I don't have any links, just 25+ years experience in social services. The age that this boy is (12) is about the "breaking point" for him to have any possibility of living a normal productive life and to not go on to hurt other children. He will need (as will his victims) intensive counseling and strict supervision. And even then, he may be far too damaged to be fixed. I just pray that ALL of these children can be saved.

I agree with you.

As you are aware this scenario happens ALL THE TIME where children 11-12 years old are serial rapists. Only recently has it come into the public's knowledge because it's rarely made public. Usually it's dealt with behind closed doors.

[Marrigan]

I am not familiar with current policies in the foster care system, so perhaps someone knows...are foster parents advised if a child they accept into their home has been sexually abused? I also wonder how much, if any, psychological counseling is provided to children before being placed in a home...?

[watson]

Originally Posted by Marrigan

I am not familiar with current policies in the foster care system, so perhaps someone knows...are foster parents advised if a child they accept into their home has been sexually abused? I also wonder how much, if any, psychological counseling is provided to children before being placed in a home...?

I was a foster mother a few years ago. I was informed (it was part of the child's record and paperwork that accompanied her) that she had been sexuallly abused by a relative. She was 4 years old at placement and was to be a long-term placement. The children that I had for a weekend or overnight, I was not informed of much - just maybe the reason they were out of the home (domestic violence usually). Maybe it depends on how long they are going to be in your care. If the child is going to be with you a while it only seems right that you would have all the pertinent info if you are going to be part of their recovery.

[Marrigan]

Thank you (and thank you to EvilEyeBall too). This whole situation creates alot of concerns about the safety of all children in foster care. With such a shortage of homes, it's probably not feasible for one-on-one placements. These kids deserve better lives, but it's really hard for society to replace what should be a loving family of their own.

Originally Posted by watson

I was a foster mother a few years ago. I was informed (it was part of the child's record and paperwork that accompanied her) that she had been sexuallly abused by a relative. She was 4 years old at placement and was to be a long-term placement. The children that I had for a weekend or overnight, I was not informed of much - just maybe the reason they were out of the home (domestic violence usually). Maybe it depends on how long they are going to be in your care. If the child is going to be with you a while it only seems right that you would have all the pertinent info if you are going to be part of their recovery.

[Justice4]

This is really sad....what is this world coming to.

[EvilEyeBall]

Originally Posted by Marrigan

I am not familiar with current policies in the foster care system, so perhaps someone knows...are foster parents advised if a child they accept into their home has been sexually abused? I also wonder how much, if any, psychological counseling is provided to children before being placed in a home...?

Most of the time they're informed if a child had been sexually abused, and therapy is added to the treatment plan. BUT once a child crosses over and becomes a perpetrator...IMO not usually...they're aren't many places to put them, and it's expensive. So IMO usually they are just moved from home to home like a shell game...like those Catholic priests that molested children! IMO

[Jim]

Maybe the 12 year old was an alter boy.


Just a thought.

[velvetbrown]

Originally Posted by Jim

Maybe the 12 year old was an alter boy.


Just a thought.

Cheap shot at Catholics...nice...turning the other cheek now...

[Justice4all]

What a horribly shocking story