Citation

Mason F, Lodrick Z. Baillieres Best Pract. Res. Clin. Obstet. Gynaecol. 2013; 27(1): 27-37.

Affiliation

St Andrew's Healthcare, Billing Road, Northampton NN1 5DG, UK. Electronic address: fmason@standrew.co.uk.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2013, Baillière Tindall)

DOI

10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2012.08.015

PMID

23182852

Abstract

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.

Language: en