ABSTRACT

Harmful sexual behaviour by young people against their peers is a significant issue. Pressure is placed upon professionals responsible for the care and treatment of young people who exhibit harmful sexual behaviour, yet no systematic exploration of the impact of this work has been conducted. This review uses meta-ethnography to synthesise professionals’ experiences, specifically addressing psychological or emotional impact. Ten studies were identified across five databases. Studies included 116 participants across multiple contexts in the USA, UK, and Australia. Four third-order constructs were generated: (1) Emotional and visceral reactions to the work; (2) When work follows you home; (3) Staying well in the work; and (4) Systemic challenges. Professionals report a range of feelings associated with their work. Further attention should be paid to strategies that prevent burnout, including access to external clinical supervision, as well as the systemic impact of societal attitudes towards harmful sexual behaviour in children.

摘要

年轻人对同龄人的有害性行为是一个重要问题。负责照顾和治疗表现出有害性行为的年轻人的专业人员受到压力，但尚未对这项工作的影响进行系统探索。该评论使用元人种学来综合专业人士的经验，特别是解决心理或情感影响。在五个数据库中确定了十项研究。研究包括来自美国、英国和澳大利亚的 116 名不同背景的参与者。产生了四个三阶结构：（1）对工作的情感和本能反应；(2) 当工作跟着你回家时；（三）在工作中保持良好的心态；(4) 系统性挑战。专业人士报告了与他们的工作相关的一系列感受。