National Prevalence of Sexual Violence by a Workplace-Related Perpetrator.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Workplace sexual violence is not a new phenomenon but has received increased attention recently with the re-emergence of the #metoo movement. Gaps exist in the understanding of the prevalence of this problem in the U.S., its perpetrators, and its impacts.

Methods

Using 2010-2012 data from the National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey (22,590 women and 18,584 men), this study examined the prevalence of several types of sexual violence by a workplace-related perpetrator (authority figure or nonauthority figure) and numerous impacts of the violence, including psychological impacts, safety concerns, and missing days of work or school. Data were analyzed in 2018.

Results

In the U.S., 5.6% of women (almost 7 million) and 2.5% of men (nearly 3 million

SUBMITTER: Basile KC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7092813 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature