Abstract: Sexual Violence and the Measures Taken to Reduce the Problem

This academic research paper examines the issue of sexual violence and its negative repercussions towards women. Through the use of three academic disciplines, such as Health Care, Mental Health and Community Psychology, major concerns related to sexual aggressions are depicted. As will become evident, women victim of intimate partner violence and childhood abuse are more at risk of physical injuries, and complications, as well as being vulnerable to many possible post-aggression mental disorders. Another point that is developed throughout this essay is the prevalence of sexual violence…