If a child had a sexual experience when they were around 3 would they remember that when they turned around10?

Question

Im talking about with another child.

Answer 1

They may, or they may have it buried so deeply from the terror that they don't "remember" it but anytime they encounters something sexual, it can stir fear.....

there is a wonderful book by Laura Davis that helps survivors of child sexual abuse. Even those who don't remember it until much later.

Answer 2

Well try to think of what your earliest memory is.  Most people can recall things from about age 4, some earlier.  My earliest is my parent's wedding when I was 2, but my mind could be tricked into thinking I remember it from watching videos and seeing pictures.  I definitely have clear memories from age 4 though.  

If it was something traumatic, I'd say there is a pretty good chance the child will be able to remember it.  That is the age that my brother was molested at but I've never asked him if he remembers.  He remembers court for sure and the stress surrounding the whole family and he definitely has anger issues because of it.

I'd say therapy is the way to go here!  Good luck.

Answer 3

eh, depends on the child and how good their memory is. i remember my first birthday. so, i can't give a definite answer.

Answer 4

They may not remeber exact details but they will remeber something not being right.

Answer 5

children undergo "childhood amnesia"- forget most details of events that has happened from 3years old and below. they forget details but most of the time do not forget the emotions stirred by events that affected them most (when they were the happiest, most scared, etc.). if the event/emotion was traumatic, children usually forgets it (its our body's/mind's defense mechanism), however if the time comes that the incident/emotion is replicated, then its usually where the problem starts, coz the negative feelings before will be triggered again and will surely affect the behavior of that person, unless he/she gets help to resolve the emotional issue he/she has. its very important that the child has a good support system. she has to be feel loved and open communication should be practiced with her family.

Answer 6

I want to know how a child has a sexual experience with another child at 3?? You are making it sound like they were the same age and it was consentual, since you added details when people mentioned abuse.

If that is what you are talking about, probably not, because they probably didn't think of it as sexual at 3 years old. THey didn't feel violated. (Even though they were at 3 years old)

Hope that helps

Answer 7

i remeber my second birth day. People remeber traumatic and big events in their lives.  So yes they can