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6 years ago

Survivors find empowerment by not reporting rape, reclaiming agency and self.

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Leaving the Past (Self) Behind: Non-Reporting Rape Survivors’ Narratives of Self and Action
Jennifer Huemmer, Bryan McLaughlin, Lindsey E. Blumell

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The study looked at why some rape survivors choose not to report the crime. They found that survivors often blame their "old self" for the attack, rather than the perpetrator. This helps them regain a sense of control and agency after the trauma. Reporting the rape can make survivors feel like they are reliving the attack, so they choose to focus on moving forward instead.