Psyc of Sexual Behavior Ch 16

UWSP Psyc 255 Final Exam

Rape

penetration of vagina, anus, or mouth by penis with force or threat of force

Sexual Assault

sexual acts committed with force or threat of force

Statutory Rape

sexual penetration without force but without LEGAL consent

Date/Acquaintance Rape

rape between dating couples or a person known to the victim

Who is most likely to be the perpetrator in rape?

someone who is known to the victim and often between dating couples or between family or other friendships, such as with date/acquaintance rape

date rape drugs

Rohypnol (roofies)

Gamma-hydroxybutyrate (GHB)

Ketamine

Ambien

Alcohol

Ways to avoid rape

• meet in public places

• get to know the partner before intimacy

• avoid drugs and alcohol

• clearly state “no” (for as much good as it can do in that situation ☹ )

• lock your doors

• make lots of noise

Actions to take after rape happens

• call the police

• don’t clean up, eat, or drink to preserve evidence

• remember as much as possible

• call a rape hotline

• go to the hospital for medical help, prevent STIs, and a rape kit

Characteristics of rapists/potential rapists

• sadistic tendencies

• low education

• low empathy

• poor relationships with others

• self-centered

Examples of intimate partner violence

Simple assault (without weapon)

Aggravated assault (with weapon)

Robbery

Rape/SA

Murder

Risk factors for intimate partner violence

Being

• young

• female

• black

• divorced/separated

• low income

• living in a city or college campus

Stage 1 - tension building (Intimate partner violence)

Perpetrator is moody and nitpicky, threatens, or commits minor assault against the victim

Victim tries to satisfy their demands

Stage 2 - Violence

• actual attack occurs

• victim contacts authorities

• victim flees or fights back

• victim asks/tell abuser to leave

• drugs or alcohol may be involved

Stage 3 - Reconciliation

• the perp apologizes and offers promises

• perp gives gifts to the victim

• victim may or may not accept

Where abused people can get help

• law enforcement

• hotlines

• shelters

• crisis centers

• social services

• medical professionals/hospital

• councilors/therapists

Sexual Harassment

unwelcomed sexual behavior in a structured environment

Quid Pro Quo SH

suggestion that sexual favors will lead to a reward

Hostile Environment SH

pattern of unwelcome sexual attention that makes life difficult for the victim

Negative effects of sexual harassment on victims

• low job satisfaction

• low physical & mental health

• PTSD symptoms

Stalker

someone emotionally obsessed with the victim, usually in a romantic context

Intimate partner stalking

stalker pursues a current or past partner starting either before or after a breakup/rejection

Delusional Stalking

the stalker has a fixed belief that the victim is in love with them or could easily fall in love with them

Grudge Stalking

stalker pursues victim to seek revenge for an actual or imaginary injury