Wednesday, May 6, 2009

What are consequences of a rape or violent sexual encounter on the victim, perpetrator, and the bystanders?

Victims of rape can be affected physically, emotionall and mentally for the rest of their lives. Hopefully, with some assistance a victim will be able to move on from their experience and take control of their life.

The perpetrators of rape sometimes pay for their crime in prison or emotionally as well. Some may feel no regret or punishment. Some perpetrators will regret their actions and be affected by their decisions for the rest of their lives. If a victim chooses to come forward they may lose years of the outside world because they are serving their time in prison.

Bystanders, depending on the situation, can feel emotional regret for not stepping forward and possibly stopping what happened. However, others may always feel that it wasn't their business and their was nothing they can do.

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