There is considerable evidence which leads to the theory that alcohol and physical aggression can cause a violent act. ... There is a great deal of heterogeneity among rapists and that sexual aggression is determined by many factors. ... The media is another societal-influenced based theory that encourages sexual aggression. ... Pornographic films, especially those containing violence, can contribute to callous sexual behavior and violence towards women. ... This myth takes the responsibility of the crime away from the rapist and shifts it towards the victim. ...

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ONE JAIL DOES NOT FIT ALL The Juvenile justice system was originally developed to protect children from the appalling atrocities that they faced in adult jails. Housing young offenders with adult prisoners was proving to be self -destructive and self- defeating. These adolescents were being re...

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"Tests of the recapitulation theory on a sample of 131 rapists and child molesters revealed that child molesters who committed their first assault when they were 14 or younger were sexually victimized at a younger age than offenders who committed their first assault in adulthood; they also experienced more severe sexual abuse than offenders with adult onset of sexual aggression" (doc1). ... One of these factors includes the way a person acts towards other situations. "Research shows that child molesters who committed their first sexual offense in adolescence had histories of being disruptive ...

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IIAnd another reports; Juvenile perpetrated sexual aggression has been a problem of growing concern in American society over the past decade. ... The majority of cases of juvenile sexual aggression appear to involve adolescent male perpetrators; however, a number of clinical studies have pointed to the presence of females and prepubescent youths who have engaged in sexually abusive behaviors. ~ Looking at social process theories one might conceive that youths who perpetrate these crimes against other children are lacking elements of social bonds; Commitment (family, success, future goals), ...

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Out of this study the males were more acceptable of violence and were more attracted to sexual aggression. ... If a mainstream movie can cause this kind of distortion of value and morality, then it should become evident that continuous viewing of pornographic films depicting violent sex and aggression could lead vulnerable persons into performing or participating in sexual violence against their partners or against a stranger. ... This fact can only lead a sensible mind to the conclusion that a chain of events will begin, combining sex and violence further in the minds of those who ...

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As they share their anger, self-doubt, aggression, guilt and shame, they allow themselves to live in the present day and stop reliving the past, thus enabling each other to cope with their feelings and memories of the event. ... Out of 160 participants initially selected, the list was narrowed down to 45 plus other 60 as they came along, due to various extraneous variables such as high aggression, early release or transfer to another facility. ... This research is based on various empirical and theoretical literature aimed towards describing a new affect-management group therapy strategy for...

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Due to the fact that courtroom positions are usually fulfilled by male figures, Superson believes that cases regarding SH are viewed through "male eyes" and that this causes a judge to feel sympathetic towards the male perpetrator. ... In accordance with Superson, Pineau comments that other problems that remain "are the entrenched attitudes towards women from predominantly male police, lawyers, and jurists who handle sexual assault cases" (452-453). ... In accordance with Superson's point of view towards this myth, Pineau agrees that "The belief that the natural a...

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Domestic violence against women is widespread phenomenon that has affected the lives and health of women's mental and physical health. Domestic violence can be sexual violence between couples such as rape or incest. One out of every three female homicide victims is killed by their husbands or boyf...

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