TY - JOUR PY - 2001// TI - Preventing the "Second Rape": Rape Survivors' Experiences With Community Service Providers JO - Journal of interpersonal violence A1 - Campbell, Rebecca A1 - Wasco, Sharon M. A1 - Ahrens, Courtney E. A1 - Sefl, Tracy A1 - Barnes, Holly E. SP - 1239 EP - 1259 VL - 16 IS - 12 N2 - Although prevention efforts aimed at eliminating the occurrence of sexual assault are clearly needed, it is also important to consider how we can prevent further trauma among those already victimized. Prior research suggests that rape survivors may experience victim-blaming treatment from system personnel (termed secondary victimization or the second rape). This research examined how postassault contact with community systems exacerbated rape victims' psychological and physical health distress. Findings revealed that the majority of rape survivors who reported their assault to the legal or medical system did not receive needed services. These difficulties with service delivery were associated with both perceived and objective measures of negative health outcomes. Contact with the mental health system, rape crisis centers, or religious communities was generally perceived by victims as beneficial. This study suggests that the trauma of rape extends far beyond the assault itself, as negative community responses can significantly elevate distress. (Abstract Adapted from Source: Journal of Interpersonal Violence, 2001. Copyright © 2001 by SAGE Publications) Violence Against Women Rape Effects Rape Victim Adult Female Adult Victim Victim Blaming Secondary-System Victimization Female Victim 03-02

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