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The Relationship Between Rape Myth Acceptance and Sexual Behaviors
Ashley K Fansher1, Sara B Zedaker2
1Avila University, Kansas City, MO, USA.
Journal of Interpersonal Violence
|May 14, 2020
Summary
This study found that adversarial heterosexual beliefs, gender stereotypes, and being male significantly predict rape myth acceptance (RMA). Interventions should target these beliefs, especially in young men, to reduce RMA.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Criminology
Background:
- Rape myth acceptance (RMA) is extensively studied in relation to sexual attitudes.
- Few studies have explored the connection between sexual actions and RMA.
- Understanding factors influencing RMA is crucial for developing effective prevention strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the relationship between rape myth acceptance and views on sex and sexuality.
- To investigate specific subscales of the Updated Illinois Rape Myth Acceptance Scale (IRMA).
- To identify key predictors of RMA in a college student population.
Main Methods:
- Utilized the Updated Illinois Rape Myth Acceptance Scale (IRMA) with 1,310 college students.
- Analyzed four distinct subscales: "She asked for it," "He didn't mean to," "It wasn't really rape," and "She lied."
- Examined correlations between IRMA scores and variables related to sexual beliefs and gender roles.
Main Results:
- Adversarial heterosexual beliefs, stereotypical gender beliefs, and being male were the most significant predictors of RMA across all subscales.
- Younger males showed increased adherence to specific rape myths.
- Adherence to traditional belief systems strongly influenced RMA.
Conclusions:
- Intervention programming should prioritize addressing adversarial heterosexual beliefs and gender stereotypes.
- Targeted interventions for younger males are recommended due to higher RMA.
- RMA is strongly linked to adherence to traditional belief systems, rather than solely individual characteristics.
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