Physical and Psychological Health Following Military Sexual Assault: Recommendations for Care, Research, and Policy

Abstract

Awareness of sexual violence within the military has been increasing both within the Department of Defense (DoD) and in civilian sectors. Research evidence suggests that sexual victimization among servicemembers is associated with significant physical and psychological consequences for the victim. Furthermore, violence within the ranks represents a threat to good order and discipline and undermines the command structure. Since 2005, with the support of the armed services, the DoD Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office (SAPRO) has worked to improve awareness of sexual violence within the military, disseminate programs to respond to the needs of victims,1 and prevent future assaults. While DoD s no tolerance policy is an essential component of the military s response to sexual assault, the problem remains. Further study, prevention efforts, and policy and program interventions are crucial.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 2013
Accession Number
ADA579449

Entities

People

  • Coreen A. Farris
  • Terri Tanielian
  • Terry L Schell

Organizations

  • RAND Corporation

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Health Services
  • Hiv Infections
  • Iraqi-War
  • Medical Personnel
  • National Security
  • Psychology
  • Sexual Assault
  • Traumatic Stress Disorder
  • Wounds And Injuries

Fields of Study

  • Psychology

Readers

  • Defense Acquisition Program Management
  • Organizational Psychology.
  • Strategic Security Studies