ICPS
2021 APS Virtual Convention · 2021
Sexual Harassment and Disparities in Suicidal Ideation As a Function of Perpetrator
- Jenna Damico
Drexel University - Holly Gerber
Drexel University - Arthur Nezu
Drexel University - Christine Nezu
Drexel University
Abstract
Findings from this research suggest that reports of suicidal ideation among victims of sexual harassment differ by perpetrator status (i.e., authority figure versus peer). Participants who experienced sexual harassment from an authority figure had significantly higher self-reports of suicidal ideation compared to participants who were victimized exclusively by a peer.
Suicide