preventing the onset of STDs and unwanted pregnancy (Linden, 2011), but also impede the forensic investigation and apprehension of the assailant (Lacy & Stark, 2013). Three variables were identified that successfully pre- dicted delayed disclosure: age category 12-17 years, penetration, and the assailant

preventing the onset of STDs and unwanted pregnancy (Linden, 2011), but also impede the forensic investigation and apprehension of the assailant (Lacy & Stark, 2013). Three variables were identified that successfully pre- dicted delayed disclosure: age category 12-17 years, penetration, and the assailant

preventing the onset of STDs and unwanted pregnancy (Linden. 2011). but also impede the forensic investigation and apprehension of the assailant (Lacy & Stark. 2013). Three variables were identified that successfully pre- dicted delayed disclosure: age category 12-17 years. penetration. and the assailant