Title: Victimisation - Wikipedia
Headings: Victimisation
Victimisation
Contents
Peer victimisation
Secondary victimization
Prevalence
Vulnerability
Reporting victimization
Interactions with the criminal justice system
Fragmented memory
Revictimisation
Offenders choosing pre-traumatized victims
Self-victimisation
Self-image of victimisation (victim mentality)
Victimisation in Kazakhstan
Rates of victimisation in United States
In employment law
See also
References
Further reading
General
Revictimisation
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Content: Campbell & Raja, 2005). In turn, up to 90% of victims report experiencing negative social reaction and attribute the incident as a “second rape” or “second assault”. Research suggests that victim of sexual violence or assault are the least likely to receive support or resources following reporting. This may be due to perceived lack of evidence, social stigma, and overall discomfort when dealing with sexual incidences. In a study of rape victims undergoing prosecution for their assault, those who felt their detectives responded empathetically and with understanding were likelier to pursue prosecution, felt their experiences were important, and their cases deserved to be heard. Empathetic and supportive responses from authorities could potentially improve mental and physical health in rape survivors and additionally, improve reporting rates and lessen judgmental attitudes from the criminal justice system. Because sexual violence is a sensitive subject for all parties, criminal justice personnel may avoid, ignore, or publicly misconstrue their opinions about the situation as an effort to separate themselves or cope with dangerous and uncomfortable situations. Studies suggest these misconceptions by the system may further damage individuals’ mental health and a safer world. This could be combatted with accepting, non-accusatory perspectives, aiding in accuracy the sexual violence reports. Several authors speculate authorities’ supportive approach benefits the victim and promotes a just world.