[Sexual abuse prevention programs for individuals with mental retardation].

The paper reviews international research on sexual abuse prevention for individuals with mental retardation and programs implemented in Germany. Using Pubmed, PsycINFO, and various search engines, 263 studies and 128,080 search results for programs were retrieved, of which twelve international studies and six national programs met several inclusion criteria. Studies provided evidence for the effectiveness of prevention programs. Clinical significance, however, is restricted by methodological limitations. None of the programs found throughout Germany has yet been evaluated. Implications for future research in the field of sexual abuse prevention for children and adolescents with mental retardation are discussed.