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The Blaming and Shaming of Defenseless Victims in America's Rape Culture

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Every sixty-eight seconds an American is sexually assaulted. Lisa Smith writes in light of this startling statistic and against the backdrop of the blaming and shaming of countless victims to ask one important question: why does America's rape culture continue to exist? The Blaming and Shaming of Defenseless Victims in America's Rape Culture explores the ways collective memory, religion, and sexist beliefs are used to silence survivors and protect the powerful. The author delves into how justice is denied in sexual assault cases-rape kits untested by law enforcement agencies, information suppression through non-disclosure agreements, and denial and inaction by organizations, universities, corporations, and people all contribute to undetected rapists in our society. Despite these discouraging happenings, the #MeToo movement proved that legions of survivors of sexual violence can use their voice to fight back. Oral and historical narratives are included to encourage others to share their stories and promote social accountability. Through insightful research and analysis, the author offers a much-needed viewpoint on a vital and timely issue-why and how American society is perpetuating and protecting a dangerous culture of sexual violence, and even more importantly, how to fight back.
Lisa Smith is professor, author, and advocate who has taught psychology, sociology, criminal justice, and human service courses for twenty years.
Preface: My Introduction to Rape Culture Introduction Chapter 1 - America's Collective Memory, Religious Past & Sexist Beliefs Contribute to Its Current Rape Culture Chapter 2: How America Defines Sexual Assault & Rape Chapter 3: Vulnerable Children Targeted for Sexual Violence Chapter 4: Teens & Adult Sexual Assault Chapter 5: Applications of DIIS Theory to the Psyche of the Victim & Offender Chapter 6: A Path Forward, Policy Reform & Conclusions References About the Author
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