Sexual Abuse
What Life Patterns Protect Against Sexual Violence?
Research points to ten life patterns that reduce vulnerability and help protect women from sexual violence.
Jacob Z. Hess
March 30, 2026
Research points to ten life patterns that reduce vulnerability and help protect women from sexual violence.
Research shows sexual violence is more likely where women are isolated, unsupported, undereducated, unmarried, and surrounded by addiction.
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