The study examined the epidemiological profiles of child violence in Brazil, focusing on victims, aggressors, and their socioeconomic factors before and during the COVID-19 pandemic.
A total of 609 cases were analyzed, revealing a high prevalence of sexual violence (63.2%), with female victims predominantly aged 2-9 and 14-18, and most incidents occurring in the home.
The study found no correlation between socioeconomic demographics and violence rates, but noted an increase in notifications during the pandemic, with a significant portion of physical violence involving self-harm.