Unraveling the Satanic Panic

This chapter examines the emergence of child abuse awareness in the 1970s and the subsequent wave of hysteria in the 1980s, particularly the 'Satanic Panic.' It explores how societal fears and media sensationalism led to unfounded accusations, influencing both public perception and legal outcomes in controversial cases. The consequences of these events underscore the dangers of misinformation and the devastating impact on individuals falsely accused.