Exploring the Increased Risk of Post-Traumatic Stress Following a Sexual Assault: Implications for Individuals Who Identify as a Sexual Minority

Exploring the Increased Risk of Post-Traumatic Stress Following a Sexual Assault: Implications for Individuals Who Identify as a Sexual Minority

Decades of research have enhanced our understanding of the psychological impact of sexual victimization, including risk factors through which post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) manifests. Research on sexual assault and PTSD predominately reflects the experience of heterosexual women, yet sexual m...

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Main Authors: Jodie Murphy-Oikonen, Jo-Ann Vis, Rachel Egan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-12-01
Series:Trauma Care
Subjects:
sexual victimization
sexual orientation
LGBTQ
minority stress
mental health
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2673-866X/3/4/29

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