Monday, April 13, 2009

4-13 What are the consequences of a rape or violent sexual encounter on the victim, perpetrator, and the bystanders?

Victim
-psychological trauma
-possible pregnancy
-possible transfer of STDs
-self blame - Rape Trauma Syndrome
-Child Sexual Abuse

Perpetrator
-if convicted, listed for life as a sex offender
-could/should feel guilt
-empowerment (more so for during the act rather than after)

Bystanders
-guilt for knowing they took no action
-in some states, legal consequences due to good samaritan laws

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