Despair is defined as the state of hopelessness. When a child is sexually abused, there is a strong tendency towards pessimism and negative attitude. Victims begin to feel that because of the abuse, their lives are totally changed for the worse. What they have been through is even unimaginable for many. Thus, we can say that a deep sense of despair is just a natural and instinctive reaction for anyone who has been subjected to sexual abuse. …

Of the thousands of child sexual abuse accusations, the majority of them are substantiated and the offender is eventually convicted of the crime. Nevertheless, this doesn't mean that there are no false allegations. Many adult individuals have also been wrongly accused of committing the offense and they unfortunately become the victims of embarrassment and injustice. …