Ptsd And Rape
Rape is defined as sexual intercourse forced on a person without his or her permission, either by threat of force or on someone who is unable to give consent.
Sexual intercourse may be vaginal, anal, or oral, and may involve the use of a body part or an object.
Alternative Names
Sex and rape; Date rape; Sexual assault
Information
According to most estimates, 80% - 90% of rapes are not reported to police. Current trends project that 1 in 3 American women will be...
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