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Koss, Mary P.; And Others – 1985
Although studies indicate that as many as 22 percent of women have been raped, few of these women seek help immediately after the rape. Most rape victims experience a postrape distress response which may not be resolved for some victims. Long-term symptom patterns include fear/avoidance responses, affective constriction, disturbances of…
Descriptors: Coping, Emotional Response, Females, Psychological Patterns
Koss, Mary P.; And Others – 1985
Rape is believed to be one of the most underreported crimes with 3 to 10 rapes committed for every one that is reported. Rape represents an extreme behavior which can be placed on a continuum of sexual aggression defined by degrees of coercion and force. The prevalence of sexual aggression among college students nationally was examined in 3,187…
Descriptors: Aggression, College Students, Females, Higher Education
Koss, Mary P.; Oros, Cheryl J. – 1980
This study explores the existence of a continuum of sexual aggression among males and a corresponding continuum of sexual victimization among females. A 12-question Sexual Experiences Survey written in parallel versions for men and women was administered to 3,862 university students. Three levels of sexual aggression/victimization ranging from…
Descriptors: Aggression, College Students, Higher Education, Perception
Koss, Mary P.; Oros, Cheryl J. – 1980
Acknowledged rape victims are women who have experienced forced sexual intercourse and view their experience as rape. Unacknowledged rape victims have suffered the same experience but do not view it as rape. Acknowledged (N=39) and unacknowledged (N=29) rape victims completed a sexual experiences interview and a rape attitude survey to determine…
Descriptors: Aggression, Dating (Social), Emotional Experience, Females