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title: "A Forgotten Millstone: Denialism and Child Abuse in the Christian Church"
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# A Forgotten Millstone: Denialism and Child Abuse in the Christian Church

 Posted by Robert J. Peters on  Oct 25, 2024

An umbrella review of the prevalence, risks, and effects of abuse and denialism within Christian communities, and the survivor-led push for accountability.

Authors: Amy Stier, Victor Vieth, R.M. Douglas, Robert Peters, Pete Singer & Mike Sloan  
Publisher: Journal of Child Sexual Abuse

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