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January 2009
Psychological outcome among lesbian sexual assault survivors: An examination of the roles of internalized homophobia and experiential avoidance
Publisher(s):This article explores sexual assault as it relates to internalized homophobia, post-traumatic stress disorder, and depression among lesbians. The authors suggest a link between internalized homophobia and emotional suppression and avoidance, noting that this increases PTSD symptoms.
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January 2009
Broken Vows: Religious Perspectives on Domestic Violence
Publisher(s):Through the stories of six abused women and expert information from Jewish, Roman Catholic and Protestant leaders, Broken Vows addresses how religious teachings have been misused to perpetuate abuse and how religious communities can work proactively to end domestic violence.
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January 2009
The problem with the belief that child sexual abuse causes homosexuality/bisexuality
Publisher(s):This article addresses the statistical discrepancies which the author asserts debunk the belief that sexual abuse in childhood causes homosexuality or bisexuality.
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January 2009
Addressing the Violence Before It Starts: Domestic Violence Primary Prevention Plan
Publisher(s):As part of CDC’s DELTA program, the Rhode Island State Steering Committee developed this domestic violence primary prevention plan as the first step in a long-term process to alter cultural norms, attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors that support domestic violence. The plan identifies evidence-informed prevention strategies targeting men and teens, as well as several ways to improve community-based organizations' and community members' ability to use and evaluate prevention strategies.
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January 2009
Violence Prevention: The Evidence - Promoting gender equality to prevent violence against women
Publisher(s):This document reviews promising initiatives to promote gender equality and the effectiveness of such approaches in reducing VAW. These include school-based programs, community interventions such as microfinance, public awareness campaigns, and initiatives that engage men.
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January 2009
Trauma, Resiliency, Wellness: Mental Health, Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault
Publisher(s):Some practices in the mental health system may foster unhelpful attitudes or misunderstandings about domestic violence and sexual assault. This presentation provides an overview of the nature of domestic and sexual violence and a general description of community-based advocacy services for survivors. Practitioners will learn about ways to support survivor safety in their practice and the role of safety planning in wellness and recovery plans.
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January 2009
Standing Up and Speaking Out Through Athletics
Publisher(s):In this audio presentation, Coach Ehrmann discusses the influence of sports in the construction of masculinity and the role of athletes in the prevention of violence against women.
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December 2008
Now That We Know: Findings and Recommendations from the Washington State Domestic Violence Fatality Review
Publisher(s):This report offers key data findings on domestic violence homicides in Washington State, including data specific to women of color -- who have been found to be at a 2.5 to 3.5 times greater risk for homicide than white women.
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October 2008
Teen Dating Violence: A Closer Look at Adolescent Romantic Relationships
Publisher(s):This document presents a gender analysis of teen dating violence. The author draws on various studies to examine physical aggression by girls and boys. The authors describe the differences between adult intimate partner violence and teen dating violence and note that applying adult intimate partner violence perspective to teen dating violence is problematic.
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August 2008
Engaging Bystanders in Violence against Women Prevention
Publisher(s):This web conference highlighted two promising and well-evaluated bystander intervention programs, Bringing in the Bystander and Mentors in Violence Prevention. The conference discussed the principles behind these programs, and explored advancing community change to promote pro-social bystander actions.
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August 2008
Forced Sexual Intercourse Among Young Adult Women
Publisher(s):This fact sheet uses nationally representative data to show that forced sexual intercourse is a common experience among young adult women of all racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups, with verbal and physical force being the most common force used. The fact sheet also presents data that suggests the association between forced sexual intercourse and risky behaviors.
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May 2008
Considering the Differences: Intimate Partner Sexual Violence in Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Discourse
Publisher(s):This article discusses the gap in services for survivors of intimate partner sexual violence and how both sexual assault and domestic violence service providers can help fill that gap.