Psychological consequences of sexual assault

Sexual violence is an important issue worldwide and can have long-lasting and devastating consequences. In this chapter, we outline the psychological reactions to serious sexual assault and rape, including development of post-traumatic stress disorder. Myths and stereotypes surrounding this subject,...

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Veröffentlicht in:	Best practice & research. Clinical obstetrics & gynaecology 2013-02, Vol.27 (1), p.27-37
Hauptverfasser:	Mason, Fiona, MB BS FRCPsych DFP, Lodrick, Zoe, MSc. BA Hons (1st)
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Anxiety - etiology Anxiety - therapy autonomic nervous system Crime Victims - psychology Depression - etiology Depression - therapy Dissociative Disorders - psychology Dissociative Disorders - therapy Humans Obstetrics and Gynecology post-traumatic stress disorder psychological reactions rape Sex Offenses - legislation & jurisprudence Sex Offenses - psychology sexual assault Stress Disorders, Post-Traumatic - psychology Stress Disorders, Post-Traumatic - therapy Suicidal Ideation
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Zusammenfassung:	Sexual violence is an important issue worldwide and can have long-lasting and devastating consequences. In this chapter, we outline the psychological reactions to serious sexual assault and rape, including development of post-traumatic stress disorder. Myths and stereotypes surrounding this subject, and their potential effect on the emotional response and legal situation, are discussed.
ISSN:	1521-6934 1532-1932
DOI:	10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2012.08.015