Effects of rape on men: a descriptive analysis.
Previous studies of the effects of rape on men have focused mainly on clinical populations. This study extended current research by investigating the effects of rape on a non-clinical sample of men recruited from the general population by media advertising. A total of 40 male rape victims were asked to provide details of their assaults, levels of psychological disturbance, long-term effects, and reporting issues. Results revealed that most assaults had been carried out using physical or violent force, in a variety of different circumstances. All of the victims reported some form of psychological disturbance as a result of being raped. Long-term effects included anxiety, depression, increased feelings of anger and vulnerability, loss of self-image, emotional distancing, self-blame, and self-harming behaviors. Findings are discussed in relation to previous research in the area and perceptions of rape.
Walker
Jayne
J
Department of Psychology, University of Central Lancashire, Lancashire, England.
Archer
John
J
Davies
Michelle
M
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D001007:Anxiety / Q000209:etiology; D019548:Crime Victims / Q000523:psychology*; D003863:Depression / Q000209:etiology; D005783:Gender Identity; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008571:Men / Q000523:psychology*; D008875:Middle Aged; D033262:Narration; D011902:Rape / Q000523:psychology*; D012649:Self Concept; D020018:Sexual Dysfunctions, Psychological / Q000209:etiology; D019529:Sexuality / Q000523:psychology; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires; D017741:Survivors / Q000523:psychology*; D014481:United States