 A study published in 2010 reported that the experience of street harassment is directly related to a greater preoccupation with physical appearance and body shame, and is indirectly related to heightened fears of rape.Women who self-blame are likely to experience distressing symptoms in the form of body shame, body surveillance, and self-objectification.Not only does this result harm a woman's self-esteem, but it may also interfere with her ability to be comfortable with her sexuality.