Sexual assault is any type of physical or sexual behavior that can be expressed in many ways without any consent or approval. Mike Dormitrz was our speaker for that night and he thoroughly explained many different topics such as dating, the pros and cons of sexual intercourse, how to decline sexual intercourse, various consequences of underage drinking and how to prevent sexual assault. He used small skits to explain his point to the audience. Dormitrz used the topic “Can I Kiss You” to describe in depth how to reject any sexual activity that is not approved of. Dormitrz openly told us about his reaction when he found out that his younger sister Cherie had been raped.…
Reporter stated she has not seen her daughter, Jordan, in about 6 months. Reporter stated she isn’t allowed to talk to Jordan, but Jordan has reached out to her through other family members. Per reporter, Jordan has stated she wants to be with the reporter; she wants the reporter to come and get her. The reporter stated while Jordan has been in the home with Eorma (paternal great grandmother), Jordan has been sexually abused by Michael (Eorma’s husband), and Jimmy (Michael’s brother).…
“The Alcohol Blackout” written by Sarah Hepola is an article attempting to explain and define consent when it comes to experiencing sex. Hepola intertwines her own experiences with those of others, she also provides facts about what exactly a blackout is to show us how complicated consent could become. Consent during sex is a real serious matter that has never had one straight forward definition. A lot of facts could play in to if there was consent or not, for example, if somebody is drunk or under the influence of drugs. Hepola explains how all her drinking and waking up with someone in her bed wasn 't rape to her, but when others hear her stories they take issue.…
I agree with you. The video was very uncomfortable to watch because of how Beth graphically detail her abuse by her father. I could only imagine what Beth mother must have went through. I hope Beth mother’s family did autopsy since this Beth father is cable of committing such hinnes crime/abuse. There is a chance he might have done something to Beth mother.…
Friedman refutes the Yoffe’s idea and she notes that “young men are getting a distorted message that their right to match each other drink for drink is proof of their masculinity. The real…best interests at heart” (Friedman). She believes that the most of the sexual assault were occurred by the boy’s masculinity, not the girl. Their distorted message in their mind is affecting their heart’s decision making skill. There are arguments around this issue whether who is getting a distorted message.…
Police can and should be involved in sexual assault cases, but only with the victim’s consent. Even if the victim did choose to get the police involved in his or her case, would the police be able to solve it? Would the attacker be convicted? Research shows that less than three percent of rapists are actually convicted. Attorney Brandt-Young says “the accused student deserves a timely resolution, and these police investigations can literally go on for months or even years.”…
Sexual Assault Sexual assault is any unwanted sexual activity that occurs without clear consent from both individuals. Sexual assault is never the victim’s fault. No one has the right to have sexual contact with you without your consent. Various forms of sexual assault include: • Rape. Sexual assault is called rape if penetration has occurred (vaginal, oral, or anal).…
The issue of sexual assault has been relatively rampant around the vicinity of Duquesne University and involving Duquesne University students. Why is sexual assault a major problem with all the preventive measures taken by the state to protect these students? Do these victims raise this alarm for the simple reason that the state does not smile on anyone involved in sexual assault? Despite the fact that the state is strict regarding this issue, why is the crime still a major problem in Duquesne University/Universities and major cities? These questions are raised because, of the various articles in the Duquesne Duke and emails sent to the students to guard against sexual assaults by Thomas Hart on Wednesday 10/28/2015.…
Through the course of this essay about sexual assault, it will start by summarizing the content of the presentation, then linking and viewing the content through the lens of theories related to the course content, and finally suggesting ways to overcomes this problem in Educational context The presentation started by defining what is sexual assault and the prevalent myths in our society. ‘’Sexual assault is any involuntary sexual act in which a person is coerced or physically forced to engage against their will, or any non-consensual sexual touching of a person. ’’ Sexual Assault." Wikipedia.…
When you hear the words sexual abuse and rape, what pops into your head? An innocent, defenseless, woman or creepy looking man? While that version of events is the majority of cases, it is not all. Especially in my friend’s situation; my friend, a man, was sexually coerced by a women and was affected heavily. Men who have experienced any type of unconsented sexual act are negatively affected no matter their sexuality or gender of the perpetrator.…
Austin Independent School District Police are reopening two reported sex crime cases at two separate campuses to ensure they weren't mishandled, KVUE and Austin American-Statesman reporter Tony Plohetski learned from Chief Eric Mendez Thursday. The decision comes after concerns from parents on the handling of an alleged sexual assault of a 4-year-old girl at Boone Elementary School. Police closed the investigation without reviewing medical reports that showed the girl suffered severe trauma that required surgery. Both cases up for review by the department were closed after initial investigations.…
Dating abuse is when an individual threatens his or her partner in an emotionally, sexually, or physically using the technology, in person by giving notes, or sending abusive letters by being a stalker. Being a very attentive communicator is someone who cares for their loved ones by listening to their emotions, feelings, and their thoughts. An attentive communicator provides support to their loved ones when they are needed. An attentive communicator could also mean that they are very active on social media or socially active in person. Also, because they are active on social media does not mean that they are bullies.…
Sexual Abuse. Antwone’s babysitter Willenda repeated sexual abuse and molestation on him. When in her care, Willenda would make Antwone come downstairs. She would take his clothes off, smack him around, and make him give oral sex to her.…
Sexual assault and rape in the United States of America is reaching new epidemic levels and nothing is being done to stop it. Rape kits sit untested and collecting dust all over the United States and it is estimated that the numbers have reached hundreds of thousands. In places like New York City for example, the backlog of untested rape kits by 2003 had reached 17,000. In order to reduce this epidemic, the country must implement harsher punishments and prioritize educational classes earlier in age in order to emphasize the importance of consent and responsibility.…
Consent is an issue that is becoming a growing topic for discussion, especially in this day and age. Recent statistics show that one in every four college students report surviving rape or attempted rape at some point during their college career. As sexual assault becomes more prevalent in society and across genders, the blurred lines surrounding the definition of consent are called into question. What is consent, how do we give it and once given can it be revoked? All these questions and more surround the issue of sexual consent and negotiation.…