Sexual assault in the U.S. military: A review of the literature and recommendations for the future 2

Author: 
Turchik,Jessica A.
Wilson,Susan M.
Reprint Status: 
NOT IN FILE
Start Page: 
267
End Page: 
277
Journal/Periodical Name: 
Aggression and Violent Behavior
Volume: 
15
Issue: 
4
Abstract: 
This article provides a comprehensive review of the current literature available on sexual assault in the military. The article reviews prevalence rates and factors that contribute to the rates of sexual assaults. Factors examined included: sociodemographic factors, substance use, prior sexual abuse, prior sexual perpetration, and military culture, structure and environment. Military laws and barriers to reporting are briefly discussed. Responses by the Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, and military branches are examined. The article concludes with suggestions for future improvements, such as greater integration and equal roles for women in the military. Future efforts should continue to focus on assessing prevalence of sexual assault victimization, especially among males, as well as, evaluating the effectiveness of current sexual assault programs and services.
Topic Areas: 
prevalence, harassment, military
Reference Type: 
JOUR
Reference ID: 
2682
Publication Date: 
2007/07