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Date rape among Cypriot female college students: an explorative study
Christiana Kouta1, Eleni L Tolma, Susana Elisa Pavlou
1Department of Nursing, School of Health Sciences, Cyprus University of Technology, Cyprus. christina.kouta@cut.ac.cy
Global Health Promotion
|August 30, 2013
Summary
Date rape exists among young Cypriot women, with 1.9% reporting experiences. Many women yield to pressure due to guilt or fear of relationship loss, highlighting a critical need for awareness and support.
Area of Science:
- Sociology
- Criminology
- Gender Studies
Background:
- Date rape is a significant issue globally, yet under-researched in Cyprus.
- Understanding prevalence and perceptions is crucial for developing effective prevention strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the prevalence and reporting of date rape among female college students in Cyprus.
- To assess student attitudes and awareness concerning date rape.
- To explore perceptions of date rape among institutional representatives in Cyprus.
Main Methods:
- Quantitative and qualitative research methods were employed.
- Anonymous questionnaires were administered to 476 female college students (aged 18-24).
- Focus groups and key-informant interviews were conducted with students and institutional representatives.
Main Results:
- 1.9% of female college students reported experiencing date rape, and 1.3% reported attempted rape by a date.
- A significant proportion (54.2%) of incidents involved a boyfriend, friend, or sexual partner.
- Qualitative data revealed women often succumb to psychological pressure, guilt, or fear of relationship termination.
Conclusions:
- Date rape and sexual violence are present among young women in Cyprus.
- The findings underscore the need for increased awareness, education, and support systems.
- This study provides foundational data for future research and policy development in Cyprus.
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