What you need to know about sibling sexual abuse with Tanya Whitworth

Brad
May 1
1 min read

Release date: May 5, 2025

When it comes to understanding the terrible adversities that some kids face, like sibling sexual abuse, it is important to separate the facts from the hyperbole and the anecdotes that get used to generate fear or to gain attention. Trusted and proven sources of information are critical, and there is no more trusted source for this topic than the Sibling Aggression and Abuse Research and Advocacy Initiative (SAARA) at the Crimes against Children Research Center, a center that has been studying family violence and related topics since 1975. My guest today to share information and resources about sibling sexual abuse is Tanya Whitworth, a Research Scientist at SAARA and a generous guest and advocate. More information about Tanya and links to resources are below.

Biography of Tanya Whitworth

Tanya Rouleau Whitworth, PhD is a Research Scientist for the Sibling Aggression and Abuse Research and Advocacy Initiative (SAARA), located at the Crimes against Children Research Center, University of New Hampshire. Her research includes the importance of familial and parenting experiences for children’s and adolescents’ well-being. Dr. Whitworth’s work focuses on sibling sexual abuse and barriers to help-seeking for sibling aggression and abuse.