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Silence And Survival: Exploring Male Child Sexual Abuse And Caretakers’ Perspectives In Iringa District, Tanzania

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  • Grolia Fransins
  • Ludovick Myumbo

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This study explored how and why power hierarchies and patriarchal structures contribute to the underreporting of male child sexual abuse in Iringa District. a total 12 participants were purposively selected for in-depth interview. The study adopted cross-sectional study design which facilitated interviewing caretakers, male child victims and key informants. The study used attachment theory to explain the phenomenon. The study found that authority of perpetrators, male-dominated justice systems, and economic dependence on perpetrators shapes silence in reporting male child sexual abuse. up on this finding the study concludes that it underscores the need for a holistic approach that integrates psychosocial, institutional and economic supports in child protection.

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  • Grolia Fransins & Ludovick Myumbo, 2025. "Silence And Survival: Exploring Male Child Sexual Abuse And Caretakers’ Perspectives In Iringa District, Tanzania," International Journal of Social Science, Management and Economics Research - IJSSMER, International Journal of Social Science, Management and Economics Research - IJSSMER, vol. 3(6), November.
    • Handle: RePEc:ags:ijssme:401286
    DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.401286
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