Estimating The Incidence Of Rape And Sexual Assault
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Estimating The Incidence Of Rape And Sexual Assault
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Author : Panel on Measuring Rape and Sexual Assault in Bureau of Justice Statistics Household Surveys
language : en
Publisher: National Academies Press
Release Date : 2014-06-02
Estimating The Incidence Of Rape And Sexual Assault written by Panel on Measuring Rape and Sexual Assault in Bureau of Justice Statistics Household Surveys and has been published by National Academies Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-06-02 with Law categories.
The Bureau of Justice Statistics' (BJS) National Crime Victimization Survey (NCVS) measures the rates at which Americans are victims of crimes, including rape and sexual assault, but there is concern that rape and sexual assault are undercounted on this survey. BJS asked the National Research Council to investigate this issue and recommend best practices for measuring rape and sexual assault on their household surveys. Estimating the Incidence of Rape and Sexual Assault concludes that it is likely that the NCVS is undercounting rape and sexual assault. The most accurate counts of rape and sexual assault cannot be achieved without measuring them separately from other victimizations, the report says. It recommends that BJS develop a separate survey for measuring rape and sexual assault. The new survey should more precisely define ambiguous words such as "rape," give more privacy to respondents, and take other steps that would improve the accuracy of responses. Estimating the Incidence of Rape and Sexual Assault takes a fresh look at the problem of measuring incidents of rape and sexual assault from the criminal justice perspective. This report examines issues such as the legal definitions in use by the states for these crimes, best methods for representing the definitions in survey instruments so that their meaning is clear to respondents, and best methods for obtaining as complete reporting as possible of these crimes in surveys, including methods whereby respondents may report anonymously. Rape and sexual assault are among the most injurious crimes a person can inflict on another. The effects are devastating, extending beyond the initial victimization to consequences such as unwanted pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections, sleep and eating disorders, and other emotional and physical problems. Understanding the frequency and context under which rape and sexual assault are committed is vital in directing resources for law enforcement and support for victims. These data can influence public health and mental health policies and help identify interventions that will reduce the risk of future attacks. Sadly, accurate information about the extent of sexual assault and rape is difficult to obtain because most of these crimes go unreported to police. Estimating the Incidence of Rape and Sexual Assault focuses on methodology and vehicles used to measure rape and sexual assaults, reviews potential sources of error within the NCVS survey, and assesses the training and monitoring of interviewers in an effort to improve reporting of these crimes.
A Review Of The Literature On Sexual Assault Perpetrator Characteristics And Behaviors
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Author : Sarah Michal Greathouse
language : en
Publisher: Rand Corporation
Release Date : 2015
A Review Of The Literature On Sexual Assault Perpetrator Characteristics And Behaviors written by Sarah Michal Greathouse and has been published by Rand Corporation this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015 with Family & Relationships categories.
"Sexual assault continues to be a pervasive problem, both for society in general and within the military community. To assist the Air Force in its continued efforts to combat sexual assault within its ranks, we reviewed the existing empirical literature on the characteristics and behaviors of adult perpetrators who commit sexual assault against other adults. Our search was not limited to studies of military populations. While a vast majority of the existing literature has focused on sole male perpetrators who assault female victims, we identified some research on other types of perpetrators, including female sexual assault perpetrators, men who perpetrate assault against other men, and perpetrators who participate in group sexual assault. This body of research indicates that adult perpetrators are diverse in terms of their demographics, background characteristics, and motivations. Moreover, research indicates that sexual assault perpetration is likely influenced by a combination of factors, including an individual's developmental and family history; his or her personality, including attitudes/cognitions; and environmental factors, including peer attitudes and alcohol consumption. The complexity of factors that influence sexual assault perpetration and the multiple pathways that lead to an attack make it difficult to predict whether an individual is prone to commit sexual assault. While predicting sexual assault perpetration is problematic, we identified a number of factors related to perpetration that may be relevant for intervention efforts and offer recommendations for the Air Force"--Publisher's web site.
Sexual Violence In Australia
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Author : Bree Cook
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2001
Sexual Violence In Australia written by Bree Cook and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2001 with Offenses against the person categories.
This report summarises current knowledge about sexual violence in Australia, including existing data on sexual offenders; some of the programs aimed at preventing sexual violence and treating both sexual violence victims and offenders; and areas where sexual violence policies and programs could be improved. The report also considers the consequences of sexual violence, including physical, social, economic and psychological effects. It considers the long term and special effects that the experience of sexual violence can have on different victims, including children, males, Indigenous Australians, people from non English speaking backgrounds, and the intellectually disabled.
A Compendium Of Sexual Assault Research
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2009
A Compendium Of Sexual Assault Research written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009 with categories.
Sexual assault is a violent crime that has tremendously pernicious effects on the victim. However, there is a lack of consensus regarding the prevalence of sexual assault: Estimates vary among studies, in part because of differing definitions of sexual assault, different populations studied, and different methods employed for selecting the sample. As a result, while many studies indicate that sexual assault is a pervasive problem, the estimated prevalence ranges considerably. For example, estimates of sexual assault involving female victims range in studies of community samples from 15 to 51 percent (Masho, Odor, and Adera, 2005; Ullman and Siegel, 1993; Elliott, Mok, and Briere, 2004; Randall and Haskell, 1995). One of these studies also included male subjects and found the prevalence of sexual assault victimization among those men to be 4 percent (Elliott, Mok, and Briere, 2004). Studies of college samples measured sexual assault rates at 21 to 42 percent among female samples (Combs-Lane and Smith, 2002; Easton et al., 1997; Fisher, Cullen, and Turner, 2000; Gross et al., 2006; Kalof, 2000a; Nasta et al., 2005; Synovitz and Byrne, 1998; Krebs et al., 2007). Studies that focused specifically on military samples have reported a range from 2 percent to 51 percent for female subjects (Lipari, Lancaster, and Jones, 2005; Sadler et al., 2003; Skinner et al., 2000; Martin, Rosen, et al., 1998; Merrill et al., 1998), and in those that included male military subjects, up to 7 percent of the men studied had been sexually assaulted (Lipari, Lancaster, and Jones, 2005, and Martin et al., 1998). Finally, one prominent large-scale study has estimated a national prevalence for rape or attempted rape of women at approximately 18 percent (Tjaden and Thoennes, 2000).
Prevalence Incidence And Consequences Of Violence Against Women
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Author : Patricia Godeke Tjaden
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1998
Prevalence Incidence And Consequences Of Violence Against Women written by Patricia Godeke Tjaden and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1998 with Electronic government information categories.
"NCJ 172837"--P. 4 of cover.
Understanding Violence Against Women
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Author : National Research Council
language : en
Publisher: National Academies Press
Release Date : 1996-06-07
Understanding Violence Against Women written by National Research Council and has been published by National Academies Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1996-06-07 with Social Science categories.
Violence against women is one factor in the growing wave of alarm about violence in American society. High-profile cases such as the O.J. Simpson trial call attention to the thousands of lesser-known but no less tragic situations in which women's lives are shattered by beatings or sexual assault. The search for solutions has highlighted not only what we know about violence against women but also what we do not know. How can we achieve the best understanding of this problem and its complex ramifications? What research efforts will yield the greatest benefit? What are the questions that must be answered? Understanding Violence Against Women presents a comprehensive overview of current knowledge and identifies four areas with the greatest potential return from a research investment by increasing the understanding of and responding to domestic violence and rape: What interventions are designed to do, whom they are reaching, and how to reach the many victims who do not seek help. Factors that put people at risk of violence and that precipitate violence, including characteristics of offenders. The scope of domestic violence and sexual assault in America and its conequences to individuals, families, and society, including costs. How to structure the study of violence against women to yield more useful knowledge. Despite the news coverage and talk shows, the real fundamental nature of violence against women remains unexplored and often misunderstood. Understanding Violence Against Women provides direction for increasing knowledge that can help ameliorate this national problem.
The Epidemic Of Rape And Child Sexual Abuse In The United States
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Author : Diana .E H. Russell
language : en
Publisher: SAGE
Release Date : 2000-07-06
The Epidemic Of Rape And Child Sexual Abuse In The United States written by Diana .E H. Russell and has been published by SAGE this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000-07-06 with Psychology categories.
This study evaluates the findings of the last 15 years regarding the prevalence of sexual assault against women and girls. It discusses the politicised debates surrounding the issue and provides a definitive statement on the realities.
Violence Against Women
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Author : Ronet Bachman
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1995
Violence Against Women written by Ronet Bachman and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1995 with Abused women categories.
Rape On The Public Agenda
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Author : Maria Bevacqua
language : en
Publisher: UPNE
Release Date : 2000-08-10
Rape On The Public Agenda written by Maria Bevacqua and has been published by UPNE this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000-08-10 with Law categories.
An examination of the history, development, and impact of the feminist anti-rape movement.
Sexually Assaulted Children
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Author : David Finkelhor
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2008
Sexually Assaulted Children written by David Finkelhor and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008 with Caregivers categories.