ARMY DIR 2021-27 — Installation Response To Problematic Sexual Behavior In Children And Youth
ARMY DIR 2021-27 governs Army responses to problematic sexual behavior in children and youth on Army installations.
- Publication number: ARMY DIR 2021-27
- Title: INSTALLATION RESPONSE TO PROBLEMATIC SEXUAL BEHAVIOR IN CHILDREN AND YOUTH
- Date: 06/07/2021
- Proponent: ASA (M&RA)
- Status: ACTIVE
View ARMY DIR 2021-27 on armypubs.army.mil
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The publication defines PSB-CY and identifies characteristics that may indicate developmentally inappropriate or potentially harmful behavior. It requires reviews, referrals, multidisciplinary teams, reporting, treatment, support, and installation response procedures.
Topics covered
- Problematic sexual behavior in children and youth
- PSB-CY definition
- Installation multidisciplinary teams
- Family Advocacy Program reporting
- Trauma-informed care
- Law enforcement communication
- Installation response procedures
Questions and answers
How does ARMY DIR 2021-27 define problematic sexual behavior in children and youth?
For the purpose of this directive, PSB-CY is defined as behaviors initiated by children and youth under the age of 18 that involve sexual body parts (genitals, anus, buttocks, or breasts) in a manner that deviates from normative or typical sexual behavior and are developmentally inappropriate or potentially harmful to the individual initiating the behavior, the individual(s) impacted by the behavior, or others. (paragraph 4)
What does the Army do when it receives a report of PSB-CY?
The Army will review each report or allegation of PSB-CY occurring on an Army installation and conduct multifaceted/multidisciplinary reviews to recommend treatment, counseling, or other intervention for youth exhibiting or impacted by incidents of PSB-CY. (paragraph 5)
What care does the Army provide to eligible beneficiaries affected by PSB-CY?
For eligible beneficiaries affected by PSB-CY, the Army will provide trauma-informed assessments, care, support, rehabilitation, and treatment to eligible beneficiaries. (paragraph 5)
How quickly must the Family Advocacy Program communicate PSB-CY reports to law enforcement?
Within 24 hours, the FAP will communicate all reports of PSB-CY to the appropriate law enforcement agency. (paragraph 5)
Does a PSB-CY investigation end reporting to civilian or other authorities?
The requirement for an investigation of PSB-CY will not be deemed to terminate or alter any otherwise applicable requirement to report or forward the report or allegation to appropriate Federal, State, local, or host-nation authorities as possible criminal activity. (paragraph 5)