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APS Virtual Poster Showcase · 2020

Yes, It's That Common and Yes, It's That Bad: Battling Rape Myths

Virtual · June 2020

Poster Sessions · Social

  • Emma Trierweiler
    Saginaw Valley State University
  • Sophia Bradley
    Saginaw Valley State University
  • Travis Pashak
    Saginaw Valley State University

Abstract

Studies have found that the endorsement of rape myths contributes to the perpetuation of rape culture and misunderstandings of the severity of sexual assault. This presentation attempts to refute common rape myths and explores the etiology and predictive factors of sexual assault in college-aged women.

Gender Issues/Sex Roles