Tag: rape


SEXUAL ASSAULT

Definition and Scope of Sexual Assault Sexual assault is formally defined as any type of sexual contact or behavior that occurs without the explicit, enthusiastic, and informed consent of the recipient. It encompasses a wide and heterogeneous range of acts, unified by the core principle that the actions are violent, forceful, or otherwise imposed upon […]

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SEXUAL TRAUMA

Definition and Scope of Sexual Trauma Sexual trauma is formally defined as a deeply distressing or disturbing experience relating to sex, encompassing a wide array of events that violate an individual’s physical and psychological integrity. These experiences inherently involve a loss of autonomy and a breach of trust, often leading to profound and lasting psychological […]

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