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38 - Rape and Sexual Assault from Theme 6: - Conflict and Health

Author Mary P. Koss Author Ibitola O. Asaolu

Abstract

Introduction Although sexual violence occurs across the world, rape and sexual assault are not given appropriate attention. In many societies, incidents of sexual violence often go unreported despite their effects persisting for years. This chapter focuses on rape and sexual assault victimization among girls and women aged 15 years and older across various countries.

Keywords

Rape Sexual Assault Sexual Violence Victimization Gender-Based Violence Women’s Safety Global Prevalence Underreporting Psychological Impact Legal Responses Public Health Trauma Social Stigma Prevention Strategies Criminal Justice Survivor Support
Details
Pages 168-172
DOI 10.1017/9781316783269
ISSN 9781316783269
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