A nonclinical population of college women was surveyed concerning their history of childhood sexual experience, current symptoms, and demographic background. Sixteen percent of the 301 women in the sample reported a history of childhood sexual experience, and while they were not distinguishable demographically from their peers, they were distinguishable in reports of symptoms. Adults who had been victims of abuse as children reported significantly greater symptoms, generally indicative of depression, anxiety, and self-abusive behavior. Women whose experiences occurred within the family were at greater risk for disturbance than women whose experiences occurred outside the family. Clinical implications for children and adults are considered.