TY - JOUR PY - 2005// TI - Understanding Rape and Sexual Assault: 20 Years of Progress and Future Directions JO - Journal of interpersonal violence A1 - Campbell, Rebecca A1 - Wasco, Sharon M. SP - 127 EP - 131 VL - 20 IS - 1 N2 - During the past 20 years, researchers have documented the widespread problem of rape in American society. Approximately one in four women are raped in their adult lifetime, which causes severe psychological distress and long-term physical health problems. The impact of sexual assault extends far beyond rape survivors as their family, friends, and significant others are also negatively affected. Moreover, those who help rape victims, such as rape victim advocates, therapists, as well as sexual assault researchers, can experience vicarious trauma. Future research and advocacy should focus on improving the community response to rape and the prevention of sexual assault. (Abstract Adapted from Source: Journal of Interpersonal Violence, 2005. Copyright © 2005 by SAGE Publications) Violence Against Women Female Victim Adult Female Adult Victim Rape Effects Rape Victim Sexual Assault Effects Sexual Assault Victim Verbal Abuse Physical Victimization Effects Psychological Victimization Effects 03-05

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