Assault, Rape, Child Sexual Abuse, Incest, Acquaintance/Date Rape,
Spousal/Marital Rape, Vulnerability Factors, Perpetrators, Antisocial
Personality, Substance-Facilitated Assault, RAINN, SANE Nurse, SART
Team, Evidence Collection, Rape Kit, Consent, Acute Stress Disorder,
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Flashbacks, Nightmares, Hyper-arousal,
Avoidance, Depression, Anxiety, Somatic Symptoms, Sexual
Dysfunction, Survivor Support, CBT, Crisis Counseling, Case
Management, Forensic Documentation, Victim Empowerment Exam
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Sexual Violence
¢Sexual violence (sexual assault) is umbrella term that includes acts from sexual harassment to rape.
¢Act of violence, control, power, humiliation, dominance (generally not pursuit of sexual gratification)
¢Consequences to victim are severe and include suicide, depression, panic, eating disorders, sexual
dysfunction, somatic complaints, PTSD, trust issues and difficulties with daily functioning
¢FBI states next to murder this is second most violent crime (frequently life threatening situations)
¢Victims traumatized emotionally and physically
Prevalence
¢Rape and child sexual molestation are among most underreported crimes.
¢1 in 6 females, 1 in 33 males will be victimized
¢Child sexual abuse and incest: Family members (75%), teachers, clergy, babysitters, family friends (one
the child trusts)
¢High school: 8% forced to have sex
, ¢Young adults: ages 16 to 19 were most likely age group (acquaintance or date rape)
¢LGBTQ: this community at risk for violence due to negative perceptions and hate crimes
Vulnerability factors in sexual violence
¢Disabled, cognitive problems, mental illness
¢Children ages 8-12 and 16 – 19 have highest rates
¢Drug and alcohol use a common factor
¢In poverty situations, history of rape generally before age 18
¢There is no mandatory reporting of sexual violence unless they involve a minor, elder or “vulnerable
person”
Perpetrator of sexual assault
¢Antisocial personality disorder ( viewed people as objects, lack empathy)
¢Offenders often report being sexually assaulted as children
¢Impulsive, hostile, possible gang affiliation
¢RAINN is the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization and leading authority on sexual violence
¢Site: https://www.rainn.org