Victims Of Sexual Violence Research Articles

A scoping review of nursing interventions for reducing the negative impacts of domestic violence among women.

Incidences of domestic violence against women are increasingly every years. Domestic violence has the negative impacts on physical problems, psychological problems, and can even cause death. Nurses have a role for providing interventions to reduce the impact of domestic violence on women. The purpose of this study is to explore methods of nursing interventions in reducing the traumatic effect of domestic violence among women. This study used a scoping review method. The literature used in this study from CINAHL, PubMed, and Scopus databases. Search articles used the keywords domestic violence, impact, women, and victims. PRISMA Extension for Scoping Reviews are used for selecting articles. The inclusion criteria for the articles in this study were that the sample was female victims of sexual violence, randomized control trial or quasi-experimental research design, and last 10 years for publications period (2013-2022). From three databases, we found 579 articles. After elimination-based inclusion and exclusion criteria, we found 10 articles discussing the effect of nursing interventions in reducing the impact of domestic violence on female victims. Most of the studies from USA and the range of respondents in the articles is 112-1250 respondents. The methods used in providing nursing interventions are classified into three, namely self-management programs, counseling programs, social support programs. The activities carried out in nursing interventions in the form of psychoeducation, relaxation, meditation, and also discussions about solving problems encountered. All articles show that nursing interventions are effective in reducing the impact of domestic violence on women. Nurses have an important role to provide comprehensive nursing care to victims of domestic violence by paying attention to various aspects, namely physical, psychological, and spiritual aspects to improve safety and comfort of patients. This study is the basis for nurses to provide comprehensive nursing care to reduce the impact of domestic violence among women victims of domestic violence.

Gynecological health care services utilization and violence among female sex workers in Togo in 2021.

Female Sex Workers (FSW) in Sub Saharan Africa face multiple challenges increasing their vulnerability to poor health, particularly poor sexual and reproductive (SRH) health outcomes and violence. The aim of this study was to assess the use of gynecology health care services and factors associated with its use as well as experiences of violence among FSW in Togo. A cross-sectional study was carried out in 2021 among FSW in two cities of Togo. A snowball sampling method was used and initial seeds were identified in each site in collaboration with FSW non-governmental organizations. A logistic regression was performed to identify factors associated with the use of a SRH service and violence. A total of 447 FSW with a median age of 30 [IQR: (24-38)] participated in this study and 43.4% of them had reached at least secondary school. Among them, 29.1% reported having been to a gynecological consultation over the previous year. Factors associated with a gynecological consultation included: living in the Lomé capital city (aOR = 0.35, 95%CI 0.22-0.54), and an experience of condom breakage or slippage (aOR = 2.00; 95%CI 1.19-2.64). The majority reported at least one lifetime pregnancy (87.9%), 39.8% reported ever having an unintended pregnancy and 67.6% of them ever had an abortion. Finally, 61.1% indicated being victims of physical, sexual, or emotional violence in the previous six months. Sex workers living in Lomé (aOR = 1.78; 95%CI 1.16-2.73); a history of abortion (aOR = 1.53; 95%CI 1.03-2.31) and having more than 15 clients per week (aOR = 4.87; 95% CI 1.99-11.94), were more likely to experience violence. There is an under-utilization of health care services among FSW in Togo in addition to overall poor sexual and reproductive health outcomes with a high prevalence of gender-based violence. Those results highlight the importance of continued advocacy for the integration of SRH care with HIV prevention services geared toward FSW as well as a holistic approach to SRH care with innovative ways to prevent violence.

ASSISTÊNCIA DE ENFERMAGEM A MULHERES VÍTIMAS DE VIOLÊNCIA SEXUAL

Sexual violence is a public health problem affecting millions of women worldwide, with severe consequences for their physical and mental health. In this context, nursing plays a fundamental role in attending to women who suffer domestico/sexual violence, highlighting the need for a victim-centered approach. Objective: To analyze the role of nursin in attending to victims of sexual violence, identifying challenges and perspectives for improving assistance. Methodology: Integrative literature review using databases: PubMed, Google Scholar, SciELO, and Virtual Health Library-BVS, including articles and publications from the last five years (2019-2023). Results: Significant challenges were identified in care, including lack of training, inadequate resources, and social stigma. Nursing plays a crucial role in welcoming and caring for victims, requiring a humanized and empathetic approach. Discussion: Nursing assistance to victims of sexual violence is essential for their recovery. It is necessary to invest in continuous training, adequate resources, and combating social stigma.Conclusion: Implementing standardized care protocols and providing psychosocial support to nursing professionals is also essential. Improving nursing assistance can enhance care effectiveness and promote the integral recove of affected women.

VIOLÊNCIA SEXUAL CONTRA CRIANÇAS E ADOLESCENTES: O OLHAR DA PSICOLOGIA SOB O VIÉS SOCIAL

Taking into account that sexual violence against children and adolescents in addition to the emotional and psychological damage constitutes a violation of this public duty, this study aims to point the psychologist in the psychosocial care of child and adolescent victims of sexual violence. Among the specific objectives, present concepts related to the phenomenon of violence, highlighting its main characteristics, type, statistics in order to highlight one of its forms, sexual violence against children and adolescents; Identify significant psychological harm of sexual violence process in childhood and adolescence; Characteristic of the social psychology emphasizing how was the insertion of psychologists in social protection services. The methodology is bibliographical, from the Virtual Library database in Health Psychology (BVS-Psi), in addition to statistical sources, books and technical guidance documents to professional psychology. It is concluded that the look of psychology under the psychosocial bias shows that the psychologist in cases of sexual violence against children and adolescents is not based solely on psychic phenomena, but through joint work with the Social Protection Service, the psychologist seeks to understand the breaks these subjects and meet their needs through psychosocial approach as well, through the implementation of strategies aimed at minimizing the damage suffered, restore ties and prevent occurrences.

Identifying and caring for minors who have been victims of incest in a pediatric unit for children at risk (Uaped)

The paediatric reception unit for children at risk plays an active role in raising awareness and training caregivers in the region, to facilitate the identification and care of children who are victims of sexual violence within the family (incest), within the hospital where it is based, and through its close links with child protection agencies. The nursery nurse is an essential member of this team, with her in-depth knowledge of children and their development from 0 to 18 years of age.

Summary of the Ciivise report "Violences sexuelles faites aux enfants: on vous croit" (Sexual violence against children: we believe you)

Following the publication of La Familia Grande in early January 2021, a book in which Camille Kouchner recounts the incest suffered by her brother, a wave of testimonies broke out on social networks under the #MeTooInceste tagline. On January 23, 2021 the President of the Republic, Emmanuel Macron, made a commitment to victims of incest by creating the Independent Commission on Incest and Sexual Violence Against Children (CIIVISE). The commission's mission was to gather testimonies from incest victims and make recommendations to improve the identification and care of victims of intra-family sexual violence.

Perlindungan Hukum Terhadap Anak Korban Kekerasan Seksual Pada Konflik Bersenjata Non-Internasional

Introductioan: Cases of sexual violence against children in non-international armed conflicts have long been recognized as deliberate and systematic violence. After that, legal protection against violence becomes very important to provide not only in times of peace but also in times of conflict. Sexual violence committed in non-international armed conflicts is categorized as a war crime and a crime against humanity, especially for minors as victims. So it is necessary to implement legal protection for children as victims of sexual violence in non-international armed conflicts.Purposes of the Research: Examining and analyzing the legal protection provided to children as victims of sexual violence in non-international armed conflicts.Methods of the Research: The research was conducted through normative legal research with a legal approach to examine and analyze regulations relating to the legal protection of children as victims of sexual violence in non-international armed conflicts.Results of the Research: There are regulations relating to the protection of victims of sexual violence, especially children, committed intentionally by combatants in armed conflict. Legal protection, especially in non-international armed conflicts, is also part of the State's responsibility in resolving this case. So that there is implementation of rules related to the protection of human rights in armed conflict with all assistance from international organizations based on international humanitarian law which has provided legal protection for victims of sexual violence.

Adult Experience of Pregnancy and Childbirth in Survivors of Underage Sexual Violence

Objective: Ms. A, who was a victim of sexual violence as a minor, spoke about pregnancy and childbirth as an adult and revealed her thoughts on the medical treatment and care she received. Methods: Semi-structured interview was conducted on zoom using an interview guide about Ms. A's thoughts on pregnancy and childbirth. The contents of the interview were coded using NVivo version 1.6.1, a qualitative data analysis support software. Content analysis was performed on 62 coded data and categorized them. Results: Seven categories were generated: resistance, disgust, pain, flashbacks, childbirth, positive emotions, and children. "Flashbacks" and "resistance," "pain" and "disgust," and "children" and "childbirth" were related. Discussion: It became clear that pregnancy and childbirth are experiences that are connected to past sexual violence victims. Consideration is required for everyone, even if it is supportive care, such as the medical treatment and care that pregnant women receive on a routine basis, or the situation where they touch the female genitals. Even if appropriate support is not available during pregnancy, it is necessary to continue to provide support during the child-rearing period so that pregnancy and childbirth can be viewed in a positive light.

Analysis Of Mental Health Services For Child Victims Of Sexual Violence At The Integrated Service Center Of The Department Of Women's Empowerment And Child Protection Of Labuhan Batu Selatan Regency

Background: Sexual violence is any act carried out with the aim of obtaining sexual acts or other acts directed at a person's sexuality using coercion regardless of their relationship status with the victim..Objectives: analyzing Mental Health Services for Child Victims of Sexual Violence at the Integrated Service Center of the Women's Empowerment and Child Protection Service of South Labuhan Batu Regency.Research method: This research is a qualitative descriptive research. This research was conducted qualitatively.Results: The results of this study are From the results of the study conducted by the researcher that the form of mental health services applied at the integrated service center for women's empowerment and child protection in South Labuhan Batu Regency is the approach and assistance model, From the results of the study conducted by the researcher that the mental health service model applied at the integrated service center for women's empowerment and child protection in South Labuhan Batu Regency is individual counseling and the results of the study conducted by the researcher with respondents that the factors that influence the mental health of children who are victims of sexual violence at the Integrated Service Center for Women's Empowerment and Child Protection in South Labuhan Batu Regency are the emergence of feelings of shame and not wanting to socialize with their surroundings

Pendekatan Non Penal Dalam Penanggulangan Kekerasan Seksual Verbal Anak

Introduction: Child verbal sexual crimes are still a serious problem and this is a social disaster that worries society. This condition demands the protection of children.Purposes of the Research: This study aims to analyze and discuss whether the non-penal approach is effective in dealing with child verbal sexual violence and what non-penal approaches can be used in tackling child verbal sexual violence.Methods of the Research: The research method used is an empirical juridical research type. The research locations are the Gasira Maluku Foundation, Ambon 1 Public High School, Ambon 4 State Vocational School and the National Commission on Human Rights. Polulation, research samples of Gasira assistant staff, counseling teachers at SMA Negeri 1 Ambon, counseling teachers at SMK Negeri 4 Ambon and Komnas HAM analyst staff. Data collection through observation and interviews. Data processing and data analysis using qualitative methods.Results of the Research: The results of the study show that the non-penal approach is not yet effective in tackling child verbal sexual violence. This is because children's verbal sexual violence still occurs in schools and in society and is considered something that is normal or usually done to children. Even though verbal sexual violence is sexual violence that is carried out in a non-physical form against children, which is related to parts of the child's body and is related to sexual desire, resulting in intimidation, humiliation, humiliation, or embarrassment. Besides that, the lack of knowledge of school children, parents and the community regarding verbal sexual violence because they do not know what forms, impacts and non-penal approaches and penal approaches in dealing with child verbal sexual violence include. Forms of a non-penal approach that can be used in tackling child verbal sexual violence, namely conducting training, outreach to children and providing counseling and social education in order to develop sensitivity and social awareness of the community regarding the impacts that can arise from acts of child verbal sexual violence, the formation of the individual character of a group or community by providing moral education, religious education and handling child verbal sexual violence by the school and in the community through reprimands and advice to perpetrators not to commit violence and assistance to children as victims of verbal sexual violence.

How does the Dramatic Theology Approach to Purgatory Contribute to the Idea of Merciful Justice in the Case of Sexual Abuse in the Church?

In cases of serious and complex sexual abuse, the exercise of mercy raises serious controversies and problems regarding the justice that victims of sexual violence deserve. Merciful justice is the idea that under certain conditions it is justified to exercise mercy to the extent that it does more good than harm and does not cause injustice to the victim. Restorative justice, forgiveness, and reconciliation are conditions that allow for the exercise of merciful justice in cases of sexual abuse. Merciful justice is possible in sexual abuse cases when all three conditions are achieved (through long, complicated, and arduous stages and processes). This article offers the idea that the Dramatic Theology approach to purgatory helps to deepen the idea of merciful justice in specific cases of sexual abuse in the Catholic Church. Keywords: Merciful Justice, Dramatic Theology, Purgatory, Restorative Justice, Forgiveness, Reconciliation.

Barriers and enablers towards integrated care for sexual violence victims in humanitarian settings

Abstract Background Sexual violence (SV) is a complex public health issue that necessitates a coordinated multisectoral response. Ideally, this response should be provided through an integrated care package to strengthen timely access and comprehensive care for victims. However, in humanitarian settings with high levels of SV, care is often offered through fragmented silos, exacerbating the burden on the health workforce and victims. Methods Using the Valentijn framework, a qualitative, real-time Delphi study was conducted with 17 SV care experts representing 7 geographical subregions to gain informed opinions on key contextual and health system barriers and enablers for integrated care for SV victims in humanitarian settings. Results Challenges and enablers reported across the diversity of the participants’ contexts showed consistency. Contextual challenges included volatile contexts, collapsed health systems, and poor infrastructure. Professional challenges included a lack of expertise among healthcare providers (HCPs), high staff attrition, and compassion fatigue among HCPs. Health systems challenges included poor referral and coordination mechanisms, insufficient resources, misaligned donor-programme priorities and low prioritisation of SV comprehensive care. Key enablers reported were effective networking, community engagement, capacity building, co-locating services, participatory management, promoting staff’s sense of ownership, digitalised information systems, and joint patient files. Conclusions The sustainability of integrated care for SV victims can be strengthened by ensuring HCPs access regular psychological support and training and are incentivised to provide quality care. Regular coordination among actors, including donors, can support integrating care that responds to patients’ holistic needs. Further research is needed to assess HCPs’ and SV victims’ experiences of current service delivery and how to optimise integrated care in humanitarian settings. Key messages • Addressing care providers challenges in humanitarian settings, such as high attrition, lack of training, psychosocial support, and burnout, can ensure proper integration of sexual violence care. • Integration of sexual violence care demands systemic changes, including aligning donor-programme goals, building accountability mechanisms and the buy-in of political and community leaders.

Re-conceptualising the Theory of Justice and the Needs of Victims of Sexual Violence in Nigeria: an Appraisal of a Victim Centered Approach

Abstract Background In the 21st century, the recognition of the rights and needs of victims of sexual violence has emerged as a fundamental discourse within international, regional, and local policy agendas. This has been influenced by the lasting psychological, emotional, and physical effects of sexual violence on the victims. These commentaries and agitation have spurred the need for alternative ways in which the Nigerian criminal justice system can be strengthened by incorporating criminal justice mechanisms and interventions that would enhance the needs and interests of victims in accessing justice despite its adversarial system of justice. Methods This study aims to appraise the different mechanisms of justice, needs, and interests of victims of sexual violence through a theoretical lens and drawing lessons from South Africa and Australia. To achieve this work, a doctrinal research methodology that utilized existing literature and secondary sources such as textbooks and online websites was adopted. Results The study found that there is a need for accountability for the protection of victims, implementation of legislation, and scaling up of resources for effective support services. In addition, the absence of resources, effective monitoring and compliance institutions, monitoring reports, specialized courts, and special regulations hampers the implementation of a victim-centered approach. Among others, the study recommends an all-inclusive criminal justice mechanism that would further incorporate a victim-centered approach towards advancing the rights and quality of justice for victims of Sexual Violence and the need for a victim impact statement to our criminal justice system for cases of sexual violence. Conclusion The study concludes that there is a need to make provisions for more effective alternative responses to incorporate the justice interests and needs of victims of sexual violence.

Prevention of sexual exploitation of children in sport clubs and social work in Switzerland

Abstract The Convention on the Rights of the Child, ratified in 1989, provides a clear normative basis for the protection of children from violence, abuse and exploitation. Despite efforts to protect children, many children and young people are victims of sexual violence. In the extracurricular sector, clubs offer great potential for preventing sexual exploitation. However, obstacles such as the taboo nature of the topic and the clubs’ limited resources make it difficult to develop and independently implement specific prevention offers. The aim of the project was to record the activities and competencies of sports clubs, youth associations and other youth organizations in the area of prevention of sexual assault among children and adolescents in the leisure sector and to determine the need for prevention services in the canton of Zurich in Switzerland. In addition, information was obtained on the impact of existing prevention services as well as information on their further development in terms of content and organization. Together, 979 participants from sports clubs, youth associations and youth organizations (e.g. board members, coaches, leaders) as well as the parents of children who are members of these clubs were surveyed. An impact model was developed for systematic modeling, as proposed by “Health Promotion Switzerland”. The prevention of sexualized violence is seen as a very relevant topic by sports clubs, youth associations, open child and youth work and parents. However, the current implementation of prevention measures also shows that there are still barriers to implementation and room for improvement in prevention work. Participants from all areas would particularly like support with advice on how to deal with suspected cases/incidents, the provision of information materials and the creation of a protection concept. Specific ideas for the further development of prevention work were also generated and will be discussed. Key messages • The prevention of sexualized violence is seen as a very relevant topic by sports clubs, youth associations, open child and youth work and parents. • The study reveals that prevention measures are only partially implemented and identifies barriers and facilitators for improvement.

Analisis Perlindungan Hukum Terhadap Anak Korban Kekerasan Seksual di Dinas Pemberdayaan Perempuan dan Perlindungan Anak Kota Tanjungbalai

The aim of this research is to find out how the Office of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection has attempted to implement legal protection in accordance with Law Number 35 of 2014 concerning Amendments to Law Number 23 of 2002 concerning Child Protection against cases of sexual violence against children, as well as to find out efforts made by the Tanjung Balai City Women's Empowerment and Child Protection Service to help child victims of sexual violence. This research was conducted at the Women's Empowerment and Child Protection Service in Tanjungbalai City, North Sumatra. The method used in this research is a qualitative descriptive research method. The qualitative descriptive method has the main characteristics, namely conducting research involving direct involvement in the field, acting as an observer, creating categories of actors, observing phenomena, recording them in an observation book, not manipulating variables, and focusing on scientific observation. The data collection technique used to obtain data is through interviews and documentation. The results of this research found that the efforts of the Tanjung Balai City Women's Empowerment and Child Protection Department have been running optimally, in accordance with Law Number 35 of 2014 concerning Amendments to Law Number 23 of 2002 concerning Child Protection against cases of sexual violence against children. The form of legal protection used is in the form of preventive and repressive legal protection. One of the programs being implemented is synchronizing and coordinating the prevention of violence against children, which is expected to reduce the number of cases of sexual violence against children in Tajung Balai City.

The Impact of Sexual Violence Victimization on Acculturative Stress and Hazardous Drinking Among North Korean Refugee Women in South Korea.

North Korean refugee women face significant risks of traumatic experiences, including sexual exploitation and violence, both in North Korea and during migration. However, there is limited research on the long-term effects of sexual violence among these women. Using data from 245 North Korean refugee women, collected by the National Human Rights Commission of Korea in 2017, we examined the impact of sexual violence victimization during pre-migration and intermediate stages on acculturative stress and hazardous drinking. Our findings revealed that women who experienced sexual violence during the intermediate stage were more likely to engage in hazardous drinking, though no significant effect was found on acculturative stress. This study provides valuable insights for policymakers aiming to reduce negative psychological outcomes in vulnerable populations.

Abuse of Authority by Village Head in Cases of Sexual Violence against Women

The government's efforts to combat sexual violence in society are embodied in the Law on the Elimination of Sexual Violence, reflecting the State's responsibility to protect and improve the psychological well-being of victims, whether they have experienced physical or psychological harm. Protection of women in the workplace is crucial, and ensuring their rights is a legal imperative. The prevalence of sexual violence against women in work environments, often driven by power imbalances, highlights the urgent need for effective legal protection. This research aims to examine the influence of power relations on sexual violence crimes committed by regional officials and to identify optimal legal protections for women who are victims of sexual violence. Employing a normative juridical approach, the research finds that while existing laws are generally adequate for addressing sexual violence, their implementation falls short of expectations. Recommendations include enhancing legal protection to be more victim-centered, as current regulations primarily focus on penalizing perpetrators. There is a need for policies that provide comprehensive protection and justice for female victims of sexual violence.

Legal Protection of Child Victims of Religious Leader Sexual Violence (Community Protection and Punishment)

Sexual violence constitutes a worldwide concern that jeopardizes individual security and integrity while eroding the social and moral fabric of society. When perpetrated by religious leaders, the issue becomes more intricate due to the exploitation of power, trust, and elevated social status. These leaders, expected to serve as moral exemplars, become offenders of crimes that infringe upon human rights. Legislators have established many laws and regulations, with the provisions controlling sexual violence delineated in Law Number 12 of 2022. However, there are still many cases of sexual violence against children both in the education environment and in society in Indonesia, especially those that occur in the Aru Maluku Islands Regency. The problem encountered is why there is an inequality in criminal law enforcement against children as victims of sexual violence committed by religious leaders?. This research aims to analyze the legal protection of victims of sexual violence committed by religious leaders. The research findings indicate a necessity for legal and policy reform, emphasizing that sanctions imposed on perpetrators of sexual violence who are religious leaders must be stringent to prevent the perception of legal immunity due to their religious status. So it is recommended that the government revise the law to remove legal immunity for religious leaders.

State-level structural sexism and adolescent sexual violence victimization in the US

BackgroundAdolescent sexual violence victimization is a significant public health issue in the United States. Structural sexism, a form of gender inequality at the societal level, may play a crucial role in influencing the prevalence of sexual violence victimization among adolescents. ObjectiveThis study aims to examine the association between state-level structural sexism and sexual violence victimization among adolescents and to explore how this relationship varies between male and female adolescents. Participants and settingData was derived from a nationally representative sample of high school students in grades 9–12 across the United States who participated in the Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System (YRBS) in 2017 and 2019. MethodsA state-level structural sexism index was created from nine different items to reflect the multidimensional nature of structural sexism. This study employs multi-level regression analysis to investigate the impact of state-level structural sexism on three types of sexual violence victimization: sexual violence, sexual dating violence, and physical dating violence. ResultsThis study revealed a significant interaction between structural sexism and gender. In states with higher levels of structural sexism, female adolescents reported increased likelihood of sexual violence (β = 0.013, p < .001), sexual dating violence (β = 0.006, p < .001), and physical dating violence (β = 0.006, p < .001) compared to males. Conversely, male adolescents in these states reported lower rates of victimization. ConclusionsThe results underscore the role of structural sexism in influencing sexual violence victimization among adolescents. Addressing structural sexism may be essential in mitigating the risk of sexual violence victimization, especially for female adolescents.

PERAN UNIT PELAYANAN TERPADU PUSAT PELAYANAN TERPADU PEMBERDAYAAN PEREMPUAN DAN ANAK (UPT P2TP2A) DALAM MENDAMPINGI ANAK KORBAN KEKERASAN SEKSUAL

The Integrated Service Unit of the Integrated Service Center for the Empowerment of Women and Children (UPT P2TP2A) Serang Regency is an institution under the auspices of the Office of Family Planning for the Empowerment of Women and Children (DKBP3A) Serang Regency. UPT P2TP2A is an institution engaged in the social and legal fields. This study aims to determine the extent of the role of UPT P2TP2A in assisting Children Victims of Sexual Violence in Serang Regency. The method used in this study is a qualitative research in which the results of the findings in this study will be analyzed and described in detail and clearly. Cases of sexual violence against minors are still common in Serang Regency, seen from the data on cases of sexual violence which are increasing every year. To increase legal awareness of the community to be further improved. Extension programs that are considered to be able to prevent an increase in the number of sexual violence against children can be more effective. Basically, the role of UPT P2TP2A Serang Regency is in accordance with regulations on child protection and other implementing regulations. The obstacles that the researchers encountered were human resources, lack of legal education and the lack of parental roles.