GENERAL INFORMATION | WHAT'S NEW | ||
Understanding Sexual Violence Fact Sheet This 2-page fact sheet provides a basic overview of sexual violence. It is intended for the general public.
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CDC published
Sexual Violence Prevention: Beginning the Dialogue
Intimate Partner Violence and Sexual Violence Victimization Assessment Instruments for Use in Health Care Settings | ||
SCIENTIFIC INFORMATION | FEATURED RESOURCES | ||
Definitions Consistent definitions are necessary to obtain accurate and reliable estimates of sexual violence. Data Sources Data, including the number of violence-related injuries and deaths, help define the magnitude of the problem. Risk and Protective Factors Risk and protective factors are important considerations in the development of prevention programs. Consequences Sexual violence can have a devastating impact on individuals, families, and communities. Prevention Strategies The current science base includes information on best practices and promising prevention strategies. Diffusion Strategies for distributing prevention information and ensuring widespread adoption within communities. |
If you are, or someone you know is, the victim of sexual violence and needs help, contact the Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network (RAINN) hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE or contact your local emergency services at 9-1-1.
National Sexual
Violence Resource Center
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National Violent Death Reporting System | ||
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Links to online resource information |
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