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Which term refers to any form of sexual contact without voluntary consent?
Which term refers to any form of sexual contact without voluntary consent?
What best describes the relationship between deviancy and criminality?
What best describes the relationship between deviancy and criminality?
Which classification of sexual offense causes serious injury or life-threatening harm?
Which classification of sexual offense causes serious injury or life-threatening harm?
What demographic accounts for a significant portion of the sex offender population, contradicting common perceptions?
What demographic accounts for a significant portion of the sex offender population, contradicting common perceptions?
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What psychological condition is often more evident in sexual offenders compared to a mental disorder?
What psychological condition is often more evident in sexual offenders compared to a mental disorder?
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What is a characteristic of a fixated molester?
What is a characteristic of a fixated molester?
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What typically characterizes a regressed molester?
What typically characterizes a regressed molester?
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Which type of motivation is associated with a high contact offender?
Which type of motivation is associated with a high contact offender?
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Which factor is strongly associated with recidivism among offenders?
Which factor is strongly associated with recidivism among offenders?
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What is a common misconception about fixated molesters?
What is a common misconception about fixated molesters?
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What is an indication of a regressed molester's treatment prospects?
What is an indication of a regressed molester's treatment prospects?
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What common background may many offenders share?
What common background may many offenders share?
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What aspect largely influences a fixated molester's behavior?
What aspect largely influences a fixated molester's behavior?
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What percentage of sexual assault cases are perpetrated by non-strangers?
What percentage of sexual assault cases are perpetrated by non-strangers?
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Which offender characteristic is most common among those arrested for rape?
Which offender characteristic is most common among those arrested for rape?
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What is one of the major psychological impacts of sexual assault victims?
What is one of the major psychological impacts of sexual assault victims?
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What best describes the relationship between victim and perpetrator for the highest reporting rates?
What best describes the relationship between victim and perpetrator for the highest reporting rates?
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Which of the following is NOT a reason attributed to sexual assault behavior according to one study?
Which of the following is NOT a reason attributed to sexual assault behavior according to one study?
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Which of these statements about victims of sexual assault is accurate?
Which of these statements about victims of sexual assault is accurate?
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What is a characteristic of the Displaced Aggression Rapist?
What is a characteristic of the Displaced Aggression Rapist?
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What is a common belief associated with the Sadistic/Sexually Aggressive Rapist?
What is a common belief associated with the Sadistic/Sexually Aggressive Rapist?
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Which factor is linked to a delay in reporting sexual assault when the victim is a child of the accused?
Which factor is linked to a delay in reporting sexual assault when the victim is a child of the accused?
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Which statement best describes the 'Just World Hypothesis' in relation to victim blaming?
Which statement best describes the 'Just World Hypothesis' in relation to victim blaming?
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What best describes the impulsive rapist?
What best describes the impulsive rapist?
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Which of the following motives is NOT considered a primary motive for rape?
Which of the following motives is NOT considered a primary motive for rape?
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What type of rapist is driven by a need for control and humiliation of the victim?
What type of rapist is driven by a need for control and humiliation of the victim?
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Which type of resistance is associated with the highest probability of rape completion?
Which type of resistance is associated with the highest probability of rape completion?
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What is the age criterion for diagnosing pedophilic disorder regarding the victim?
What is the age criterion for diagnosing pedophilic disorder regarding the victim?
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How prevalent is the estimated rate of pedophilic disorder among adult males according to APA?
How prevalent is the estimated rate of pedophilic disorder among adult males according to APA?
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Which type of child abuser often has a known relationship with the child?
Which type of child abuser often has a known relationship with the child?
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What factor is associated with long-lasting trauma for victims of child sexual abuse?
What factor is associated with long-lasting trauma for victims of child sexual abuse?
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Which statement about sexual offenders' registration is true in Canada?
Which statement about sexual offenders' registration is true in Canada?
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What distinguishes a child molester from a pedophile?
What distinguishes a child molester from a pedophile?
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Study Notes
Sexual Offences & Offenders
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Deviancy vs. Violence: Deviant sexual behavior (pedophilia, exhibitionism, voyeurism, etc.) is distinct from violent sexual behavior (rape, sexual assault). Deviancy, rooted in the DSM-5, isn't inherently criminal. Violence, however, is a criminal act.
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Albert Fish Case: A prime example of severe sexual deviancy, showcasing a complex mix of psychological distress, sadomasochism, and violence against children. The case illustrates the atypical nature of some offenders.
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Perceptions vs. Reality: Sex offenders are often wrongly perceived as a homogeneous group of "deranged animals". Reality shows significant variation in offender profiles and motivations. Mental disorders aren't always present; personality disorders are more common.
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Demographic Considerations: While older men are often perceived as sex offenders, younger and teenage males are prevalent within the offender population.
Rape and Sexual Assault
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Definition: Sexual assault is any sexual contact without voluntary consent. Rape, in the US, typically refers to penetration.
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Canadian Legal Classifications: Sexual assault legislation covers various forms, ranging from non-weapon contact to aggravated sexual assault causing serious injury or threat of death. This incudes offenses involving minors or those in authority positions against individuals with disabilities.
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Reporting Challenges: The "attrition pyramid" highlights the vast underreporting of sexual violence. Factors like the relationship between the victim and offender influence the likelihood of reporting (stranger attacks are more likely to be reported).
Statistics
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Victim Demographics: Victims are frequently under the age of 18. Substance use issues are sometimes present. Exploitation often goes beyond simple intercourse; victims may be subjected to demands for services (food, trips, etc).
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Perpetrator Demographics: Offenders are often young (50-70% under age 25), in working-class occupations, and may (though not always) have a history of abuse.
Motivations and Attributions
- General Perceptions: Common, enduring perceptions of sexual assault motivations include: uncontrollable urges, mental illness, and drug influence. Conversely, victim blaming is often a key justification by the offender.
Consequences of Sexual Assault
- Long-Term Impacts: Sexual assault can result in significant, long-term emotional distress, including PTSD and rape trauma syndrome, characterized by both acute and chronic effects (fear, anxiety, etc.). Costs are incurred in various ways – medical, economic, criminal justice, and social services.
Etiology of Sexual Deviancy
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Socialization: Distorted beliefs about gender roles and expectations can affect interpretation of behavior. Limited exposure to diverse, satisfying sexual experiences in adulthood can potentially factor into deviant behaviors.
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Immaturity Hypothesis: Continued reliance on sexual fantasies, perhaps evolving into increasingly deviant ones, is key.
Rapist Classification Systems
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MTC Rapist Classification (Modified): Provides categories for different types of rapists, including: displaced aggression, compensatory, sadistic, and exploitive, each displaying variations in motivation (power, anger, gratification).
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FBI Rapist Motivational Typology: Further categories explore the motivations behind sexual violence, including power reassurance, power assertion, anger retaliation, sadism.
Resisting Rape
- Resistance Strategies: Different levels of resistance (forceful or non-forceful physical and verbal) influence the likely outcome of a sexual assault and potential for injury and harm (forceful physical/verbal resistance is more effective at reducing probability of completion)
Sex Offender Registries & Pedophilic Disorder
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Registries: Sex offenders are mandated to register in Canada/US but the release of information may carry social consequences.
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Pedophilic Disorder: DSM-5 criteria for pedophilic disorder include: significant arousal toward prepubescent children, acting on these urges or distress resulting from them, and a 5-year age difference between perpetrator and victim. Prevalence is estimated at around 3-5 percent of adult males.
Molestation
- Incidence: Molester-victim incidence is predominantly between adult males/children with a close relationship. The offenses are not always rape or penetration.
Molester Typologies
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Groth's Molester Typology: Distinguishes between Fixated (immature) and Regressed molesters. Fixated offenders show a persistent preference for children from a young age; Regressed molesters typically have had successful relationships with adults but regress due to stressful situations.
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Additional Considerations: Research notes additional factors for studying pedophiles to include: degree of fixation on children, social competence, contact with children, nature of violence, and whether pressure or force was used (Force/Pressure is a key dimension in evaluating the situation).
Recidivism
- Cognitive Distortions: Cognitive distortions are predictive of recidivism, though not always present. Non-compliance or dropping out of treatment is a contributing factor to recidivism. Untreated, offenders may be more prone to re-offending.
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Description
This quiz explores the distinctions between deviant and violent sexual behaviors, as well as notable cases like that of Albert Fish. It challenges common perceptions of sex offenders, highlighting the variability in offender profiles and motivations. Additionally, it examines demographic trends within the offender population.
