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What is the most widely accepted social force behind sexual violence?
What is the most widely accepted social force behind sexual violence?
What is NOT included as a component of 'sexual violence' according to the World Health Organization's World Report on Violence and Health?
What is NOT included as a component of 'sexual violence' according to the World Health Organization's World Report on Violence and Health?
In which setting can sexual violence occur?
In which setting can sexual violence occur?
Which of the following can contribute to a culture of tolerance towards sexual violence against women?
Which of the following can contribute to a culture of tolerance towards sexual violence against women?
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What is a key example of how sexual violence can manifest over the lifespan?
What is a key example of how sexual violence can manifest over the lifespan?
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What is an example of sexual violence that occurs in a specific context?
What is an example of sexual violence that occurs in a specific context?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a non-partner perpetrator of sexual violence?
Which of the following is NOT considered a non-partner perpetrator of sexual violence?
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What is a common misconception about sexual violence?
What is a common misconception about sexual violence?
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What specific type of violence was the focus of this global review?
What specific type of violence was the focus of this global review?
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What was the age range of the women included in the review?
What was the age range of the women included in the review?
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What was the time period covered by the initial search for relevant studies?
What was the time period covered by the initial search for relevant studies?
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Which of the following databases was NOT included in the initial search for studies?
Which of the following databases was NOT included in the initial search for studies?
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Besides the databases, what other sources were used to identify relevant studies?
Besides the databases, what other sources were used to identify relevant studies?
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What is the main purpose of this review, as stated in the text?
What is the main purpose of this review, as stated in the text?
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What is the main reason for requesting data disaggregated by age and sex?
What is the main reason for requesting data disaggregated by age and sex?
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Why were non-population-based studies considered for regions with limited data?
Why were non-population-based studies considered for regions with limited data?
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What are some of the key differences between non-partner and intimate partner sexual violence?
What are some of the key differences between non-partner and intimate partner sexual violence?
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What does the text suggest about the impact of different types of perpetrators on the victim's mental health?
What does the text suggest about the impact of different types of perpetrators on the victim's mental health?
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What are some factors that can influence the reporting of non-partner and intimate partner sexual violence?
What are some factors that can influence the reporting of non-partner and intimate partner sexual violence?
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Why might the prevalence levels of non-partner and intimate partner sexual violence differ?
Why might the prevalence levels of non-partner and intimate partner sexual violence differ?
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What is considered a key difference between intimate partner sexual violence and non-partner sexual violence?
What is considered a key difference between intimate partner sexual violence and non-partner sexual violence?
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Why is it important to analyze rape by perpetrator?
Why is it important to analyze rape by perpetrator?
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Which of the following statements is supported by the text in relation to non-partner sexual violence?
Which of the following statements is supported by the text in relation to non-partner sexual violence?
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What is the primary focus of this chapter, based on the provided text?
What is the primary focus of this chapter, based on the provided text?
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What is the estimated global prevalence of non-partner sexual violence among women?
What is the estimated global prevalence of non-partner sexual violence among women?
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Which region has the highest estimated prevalence of non-partner sexual violence, with a value exceeding 15%?
Which region has the highest estimated prevalence of non-partner sexual violence, with a value exceeding 15%?
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Which factor is NOT mentioned as a potential explanation for regional variation in non-partner sexual violence prevalence?
Which factor is NOT mentioned as a potential explanation for regional variation in non-partner sexual violence prevalence?
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What is a key factor contributing to underreporting of Non-partner sexual violence?
What is a key factor contributing to underreporting of Non-partner sexual violence?
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In which country were population-based perpetration results first published, revealing that non-partner rape is more prevalent than intimate partner rape?
In which country were population-based perpetration results first published, revealing that non-partner rape is more prevalent than intimate partner rape?
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The UN Multi-country Cross-sectional Study on Men and Violence revealed that single perpetrator rape prevalence can vary significantly across different regions in Asia and the Pacific. What is the range of this prevalence?
The UN Multi-country Cross-sectional Study on Men and Violence revealed that single perpetrator rape prevalence can vary significantly across different regions in Asia and the Pacific. What is the range of this prevalence?
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What is NOT cited as a consequence of underreporting of Non-partner sexual violence?
What is NOT cited as a consequence of underreporting of Non-partner sexual violence?
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What is a key implication of the findings on regional variation in non-partner sexual violence prevalence?
What is a key implication of the findings on regional variation in non-partner sexual violence prevalence?
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What is a limitation of the studies reviewed in the provided content?
What is a limitation of the studies reviewed in the provided content?
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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential consequence of sexual violence?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential consequence of sexual violence?
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What is a key takeaway from the review of studies on non-partner sexual violence?
What is a key takeaway from the review of studies on non-partner sexual violence?
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What is the rationale behind including studies that interviewed women aged 15 years and older, who reported their experiences of sexual violence since age 15?
What is the rationale behind including studies that interviewed women aged 15 years and older, who reported their experiences of sexual violence since age 15?
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Which statement accurately reflects the relationship between different forms of violence?
Which statement accurately reflects the relationship between different forms of violence?
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What is a key implication of the high prevalence of non-partner sexual violence?
What is a key implication of the high prevalence of non-partner sexual violence?
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Which of the following factors is NOT mentioned as a potential reason for underestimating the prevalence of non-partner sexual violence?
Which of the following factors is NOT mentioned as a potential reason for underestimating the prevalence of non-partner sexual violence?
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What is one of the main goals of standardizing research tools and methods for studying sexual violence?
What is one of the main goals of standardizing research tools and methods for studying sexual violence?
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What was the lower age limit for data included in the analysis of non-partner sexual violence?
What was the lower age limit for data included in the analysis of non-partner sexual violence?
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Which of the following types of perpetrators were excluded from the analysis of non-partner sexual violence?
Which of the following types of perpetrators were excluded from the analysis of non-partner sexual violence?
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What specific type of question did the majority of studies use to assess non-partner sexual violence experiences?
What specific type of question did the majority of studies use to assess non-partner sexual violence experiences?
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What was the main reason for excluding studies that combined intimate and non-intimate perpetrators?
What was the main reason for excluding studies that combined intimate and non-intimate perpetrators?
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How were studies that combined sexual and non-sexual violence in the analysis handled?
How were studies that combined sexual and non-sexual violence in the analysis handled?
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According to the content, what was the approach taken to ensure consistency in prevalence estimates?
According to the content, what was the approach taken to ensure consistency in prevalence estimates?
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What specific information were included in the EpiData database?
What specific information were included in the EpiData database?
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What was the purpose of extracting information on methodological variables?
What was the purpose of extracting information on methodological variables?
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Flashcards
Sexual Violence
Sexual Violence
Any sexual act or attempt using coercion against a person.
Human Rights Violation
Human Rights Violation
A crime that infringes on fundamental human rights.
Gender Power Inequality
Gender Power Inequality
Societal imbalance giving men more power over women.
Cultural Tolerance to Sexual Violence
Cultural Tolerance to Sexual Violence
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Non-Partner Sexual Violence
Non-Partner Sexual Violence
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Types of Non-Partner Perpetrators
Types of Non-Partner Perpetrators
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Context of Sexual Violence
Context of Sexual Violence
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Measuring Sexual Violence Prevalence
Measuring Sexual Violence Prevalence
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Global Burden of Disease Study
Global Burden of Disease Study
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Interpersonal Violence
Interpersonal Violence
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Prevalence Estimates
Prevalence Estimates
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Systematic Search
Systematic Search
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Cochrane Library
Cochrane Library
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Disaggregated Data
Disaggregated Data
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Demographic and Health Surveys (DHS)
Demographic and Health Surveys (DHS)
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Intimate partner sexual violence
Intimate partner sexual violence
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Common risk factors
Common risk factors
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Differences in population prevalence
Differences in population prevalence
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Impact on health
Impact on health
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Stigma and reporting
Stigma and reporting
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Nature of abuse duration
Nature of abuse duration
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Systematic review and meta-analysis
Systematic review and meta-analysis
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Lifetime Exposure to Sexual Violence
Lifetime Exposure to Sexual Violence
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Current Exposure to Sexual Violence
Current Exposure to Sexual Violence
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Child Sexual Abuse
Child Sexual Abuse
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Exclusion Criteria for Studies
Exclusion Criteria for Studies
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Single Question Methodology
Single Question Methodology
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Narrow Definitions in Studies
Narrow Definitions in Studies
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Methodological Variables
Methodological Variables
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Global Non-Partner Sexual Violence Rate
Global Non-Partner Sexual Violence Rate
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High Prevalence Regions
High Prevalence Regions
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Lowest Estimates Regions
Lowest Estimates Regions
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Impact of Data Availability
Impact of Data Availability
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Underreporting Factors
Underreporting Factors
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Population-Based Perpetration Studies
Population-Based Perpetration Studies
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Variability in Perpetration Rates
Variability in Perpetration Rates
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True vs Apparent Variations
True vs Apparent Variations
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Age-Disaggregated Analysis
Age-Disaggregated Analysis
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Sexual Violence Impact
Sexual Violence Impact
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Stigma of Reporting
Stigma of Reporting
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Health Consequences
Health Consequences
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Child Sexual Abuse Overlap
Child Sexual Abuse Overlap
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Prevalence of Non-Partner Sexual Violence
Prevalence of Non-Partner Sexual Violence
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Data Gaps in Research
Data Gaps in Research
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Longitudinal Risk Factors
Longitudinal Risk Factors
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Study Notes
Prevalence of Non-Partner Sexual Violence
- Sexual violence is a human rights violation with significant public health and social consequences.
- The World Health Organization defines sexual violence as any sexual act, attempt, unwanted comment or advance, or act of trafficking against a person's sexuality using coercion, regardless of relationship, in any setting (including home and work).
- Gender inequality is the primary social factor contributing to sexual violence.
- Notions of male sexual entitlement and the tolerance of sexual violence are reinforced by societal acceptance.
- Non-partner sexual violence (NPSV) shares risk factors and impacts with intimate partner violence (IPV), but also has key differences.
- NPSV populations show variations in prevalence, likely stemming from differing levels of gender inequality, masculinity norms, community tolerance, and violence types (e.g., gang violence).
- Reporting and help seeking may differ between NPSV and IPV due to varying stigma associated with each type.
- Stranger rapes are often more violent, possibly involving weapons, while known perpetrators may inflict less physical harm but cause more trust violation and mental health distress.
- Abuse duration and timing differ between NPSV and IPV.
- All forms of child sexual abuse are considered NPSV.
- This study focuses on male-perpetrated violence against women.
Methods of Study
- A global review of population-based data on NPSV against women aged 15 and older was conducted, utilizing peer-reviewed and grey literature.
- Databases like Cochrane Library, Medline, Embase, CINAHL, and others were searched, along with social science databases.
- Studies from 1998 to 2011 were included.
- Data managers and authors of large violence-against-women studies were contacted.
- Data on NPSV was extracted into an EpiData database.
- Random effects meta-regression was used to determine prevalence rates across regions.
- Adjusted and unadjusted prevalence models were created, providing summary estimates for various regions.
Results of Study
- 7,231 abstracts were screened.
- 77 studies (including 412 women's estimates) from 56 countries were included in the final analysis.
- Globally, 7.2% of women aged 15 and older reported experiencing NPSV (95% CI 5.3–9.1). Regional variations exist, ranging from 3.3% to 21%.
- Higher prevalence was observed in Central and Southern sub-Saharan Africa and Australasia.
- Lower estimates were seen in Asia South, Asia Southeast, and North Africa/Middle East.
- Estimates were predominately from studies concerning lifetime NPSV perpetration.
- Most studies utilized a single question to assess NPSV, and frequently did not provide data disaggregated by perpetrator type.
Gaps and Limitations of Study
- Limited availability of high-quality population-based data is a significant limitation.
- Wide uncertainty bounds exist in regional estimates, particularly where data is sparse.
- Focus on female victims, without equivalent data on male victims.
- Potential underestimation of true prevalence rates due to stigma and underreporting.
- Most studies employed single-question assessments, lacking in behavioral specific questions.
- Lack of data on a variety of perpetrators, and age ranges.
Conclusion
- Globally, an estimated 1/14 women have experienced NPSV.
- This is likely an underestimate due to underreporting and stigma.
- Addressing NPSV requires more comprehensive services, primary prevention, and gender equality efforts.
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This quiz explores the definitions and implications of non-partner sexual violence (NPSV) as defined by the World Health Organization. It highlights the social factors contributing to its prevalence, including gender inequality and societal norms. Understanding NPSV is crucial for addressing its impact on public health and human rights.