Citation

Wellman A. JAAPA 2014; 27(5): 51-52.

Affiliation

Ashley Wellman is an assistant professor at the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg, Mo. The author has disclosed no potential conflicts of interest, financial or otherwise.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2014, American Academy of Physicians Assistants)

DOI

10.1097/01.JAA.0000446222.55059.92

PMID

24758981

Abstract

About 18% of women and 3% of men report being a victim of sexual assault, but fewer than one-third of victims seek immediate medical attention or psychological counseling. Over time, victims may experience physical and emotional reactions and turn to primary care providers, who should be prepared to identify survivors of sexual assault and provide thoughtful referrals for long-term follow-up.

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