Title: Sexual violence myths & misconceptions | ACESDV
Headings: Sexual Violence Myths & Misconceptions
Sexual Violence Myths & Misconceptions
Content: FACT: Men, women and children of all ages, races, religions, and economic classes, and can be and have been, victims of sexual assault. Sexual assault occurs in rural areas, small towns and larger cities. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, a rape or attempted rape occurs every 5 minutes in the United States. MYTH: Sexual assault is provoked by the victim’s actions, behaviors, or by the way they dress. FACT: Sexual assault is NEVER the victim’s fault. Sexual assault is a violent attack on an individual, not a spontaneous crime of sexual passion. For a victim, it is a humiliating and degrading act.