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Prevalence and predictors of sexual assault among a college sample
A H Conley1, C M Overstreet2, S E Hawn2
1a Department of Counselor Education , Virginia Commonwealth University , Richmond , Virginia , USA.
Objective:
This study examined the prevalence and correlates of precollege, college-onset, and repeat sexual assault (SA) within a representative student sample.
Participants:
A representative sample of 7,603 students.
Methods:
Incoming first-year students completed a survey about their exposure to broad SA prior to college, prior trauma, personality, relationships, and mental health. Broad SA was then reassessed each spring semester while enrolled.
Results:
Nearly 20% of the sample reported experiencing broad SA, with women endorsing significantly higher rates compared with males. Prior victimization before coming to college was related to a greater risk of victimization in college, and there was no statistically significant difference between males and females who reported revictimization. Correlates of college-onset broad SA were found and are discussed.
Conclusions:
Given the need for SA intervention and prevention on college campuses, identification of factors potentially contributing to exposure within this population is essential.
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