This study examined the role of two aspects of emotion in the psychological distress of
individuals with and without a history of childhood sexual abuse (CSA). It was hypothesized
that experiential avoidance and expressivity would mediate the relationship between CSA
status and psychological distress. Ninety-nine participants completed measures that
assessed for a CSA history, experiential avoidance, emotional expressivity, and
psychological functioning. The results indicated that CSA status, experiential avoidance, and …