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Sexual Violence

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ISBN-10: 0737740116

ISBN-13: 9780737740110

Edition: 2008

Authors: Louise I. Gerdes

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Editor Louise I. Gerdes has carefully and thoughtfully assembled several compelling essays that debate issues relating to sexual violence. Across four chapters, readers will evaluate whether sexual violence is a serious problem, what factors contribute to it, how society should respond, and what policies best address sexual violence. Is sexual violence a serious problem for women in the military? Do feminist messages contribute to sexual violence? Does some rap and hip-hop promote sexual violence? Should hospitals provide emergency contraception to rape victims? Give your readers answers to the very tough questions regarding sexual violence.
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Book details

List price: $33.80
Copyright year: 2008
Publisher: Greenhaven Publishing LLC
Publication date: 7/2/2008
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 200
Size: 6.00" wide x 9.00" long x 0.50" tall
Weight: 0.594
Language: English

Why Consider Opposing Viewpoints?
Introduction
Is Sexual Violence a Serious Problem?
Chapter Preface
Rape and Sexual Violence Are Serious Problems
Rape and Sexual Violence Appear to Be Declining
Sexual Violence Is a Serious Problem for Women in the Military
Internet Sexual Predators Are a Serious Problem
The Problem of Internet Sexual Predators Is Exaggerated
False Reports of Sexual Violence Hurt the Real Victims
False Reports of Sexual Violence Are Not Common
Periodical Bibliography
What Factors Contribute to Sexual Violence?
Chapter Preface
Pornography Is a Significant Factor in Sexual Violence
The Openness that Accompanies Pornography Reduces Sexual Violence
Feminist Messages Contribute to Sexual Violence
Feminist Messages Aim to Prevent Sexual Violence
Some Rap and Hip-Hop Music Promotes Sexual Violence
Blaming Rap and Hip-Hop for Negative Messages Distracts Us from Dealing with the Real Issues
Periodical Bibliography
How Should Society Respond to Sexual Violence?
Chapter Preface
Society Should Not Blame the Victim for Sexual Violence
Some Victims Are Partly Responsible for Sexual Violence
More Aggressive Actions by the Catholic Church Will Protect Children from Sexual Abuse by Clergy
The Catholic Church Covers Up Sexual Abuse with Victim Payoffs
Hospitals Should Offer Emergency Contraception to Rape Victims
Hospitals Should Not Offer Emergency Contraception to Rape Victims
Periodical Bibliography
What Policies Will Help Reduce Sexual Violence?
Chapter Preface
Strict Sex Offender Laws Will Reduce Sexual Violence
Strict Sex Offender Laws Will Not Reduce Sexual Violence
Rape Shield Laws Are Intended to Protect Victims
Rape Shield Laws May Deny Justice to Defendants
Tracking Convicted Sexual Predators Will Protect Children
Tracking Convicted Sexual Predators Will Not Protect Children
Periodical Bibliography
For Further Discussion
Organizations to Contact
Bibliography of Books
Index