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Annual surveys from the past 20 years show a significant decline in credible allegations of child abuse by Catholic clergy members, according to data released this week.
But while experts say that might be a positive sign, they also acknowledge the report does not detail abuse of adults, and that allegations of abuse can sometimes take decades before they are reported.
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But while experts say that might be a positive sign, they also acknowledge the report does not detail abuse of adults, and that allegations of abuse can sometimes take decades before they are reported.
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CARA finds substantial decline in credible allegations against clergy
The report found $5 billion in costs for Church institutions related to abuse allegations.