After experiencing sexual assault, victims often develop intrusive thoughts, flashbacks, avoidance behaviors, and hypervigilance. These symptoms are common to individuals who have experienced...
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: The trauma of sexual assault: how it affects mental health and what can be done about it
Sexual coercion refers to any unwanted sexual behavior that violates another person's physical integrity, autonomy, and/or dignity. It can take many forms, such as rape, groping, nonconsensual...
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: A guide to identifying and preventing sexual coercion: understanding its impact and effective interventions
Sexual coercion is a serious problem that affects people from all walks of life. It refers to situations where one person uses physical force, manipulation, threats, or guilt to make another person...
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: Understanding and combating sexual coercion: its devastating consequences and effective strategies for prevention
In military contexts, sexual coercion is an issue that can have profound effects on those who experience it, both physically and psychologically. This phenomenon often involves individuals being...
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: How military sexual coercion impacts individuals both physically and psychologically
Sexual coercion is a form of non-consensual sexual activity that often goes unnoticed but has far-reaching consequences for both individuals involved. It refers to situations where one person uses...
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: Sexual coercion and its effects: how gender norms can impact consent
Within military units, there are various factors that can complicate issues related to sexual consent. One such factor is hierarchy, which refers to the chain of command structure within the unit. In...
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: Military unit sexual consent: power dynamics, fear of repercussions, & cultural norms
There is no single definition of what constitutes sexual abuse, but it generally refers to unwanted sexual activity that occurs without consent. Sexual assault can involve physical contact such as...
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: How does gender play into coping with sexual assault? a guide for all survivors
One factor that can influence sexual decision-making and consent in the armed forces is culture. Different cultures have different attitudes towards sex, which can affect how soldiers approach these...
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: Understanding the influence of culture, power dynamics and gender on sexual decisionmaking and consent in armed forces
Soldiers are often exposed to stressful situations that can negatively impact their mental and physical wellbeing. One of the most damaging consequences is coercive sexual experiences during war or...
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: How coercive sexual experiences during war impact mental health: understanding the longterm consequences of trauma
Sexual coercion refers to nonconsensual sexual behavior that involves threats, manipulation, or violence to force another person into engaging in unwanted sexual activities. It can occur between...
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: Can sexual coercion be avoided? understanding the complex dynamics of power and consent