Sexual violence
Sexual Violence
Sexual violence (/sɛkʃuːəl ˈvaɪələns/) is a broad term that encompasses any sexual act that is perpetrated against someone's will. This act is committed either by force, coercion, or manipulation, or when the victim is incapable of giving consent due to certain circumstances such as age, illness, disability, or the influence of alcohol or other drugs.
Etymology
The term "sexual violence" is derived from the Latin words "sexus" meaning "sex" and "violentia" meaning "violence". It was first used in the late 20th century to describe acts of sexual aggression and abuse.
Types of Sexual Violence
Sexual violence can take many forms, including but not limited to:
- Rape: Forced sexual intercourse against a person's will.
- Sexual Assault: Any type of sexual contact or behavior that occurs without the explicit consent of the recipient.
- Sexual Harassment: Unwanted sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature.
- Child Sexual Abuse: Sexual exploitation or sexual activities with a child under a certain age, depending on the law.
- Marital Rape: Non-consensual sexual acts between spouses or partners.
Related Terms
- Consent: Permission for something to happen or agreement to do something.
- Coercion: The practice of persuading someone to do something by using force or threats.
- Manipulation: Control or influence over a person or situation cleverly, unfairly, or unscrupulously.
Prevention and Response
Efforts to prevent and respond to sexual violence involve a range of actions, including legal measures, educational programs, community services, and crisis intervention strategies.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Sexual violence
- Wikipedia's article - Sexual violence
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