Technology-facilitated sexual violence among Italian youths: validation of the technology-facilitated sexual violence victimization scale
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Technology-facilitated sexual violence (TFSV) is a growing concern among young adults. A validated Italian tool found high victimization rates, particularly among females and sexual/gender minorities, highlighting a gendered pattern in TFSV.
Area Of Science
- Psychology
- Criminology
- Sociology
Background
- Technology-facilitated sexual violence (TFSV) is an emerging issue, especially among youth.
- Lack of validated assessment tools has hindered TFSV research.
- The TFSV-Victimization scale (TFSV-VS) is a key instrument for measuring TFSV.
Purpose Of The Study
- To validate the Italian version of the TFSV-Victimization scale (TFSV-VS).
- To investigate the prevalence of TFSV among Italian young adults (aged 18-24).
- To explore demographic patterns and distress associated with TFSV.
Main Methods
- Two-phase study: 1) Validation of the Italian TFSV-VS. 2) Assessment of lifetime and 12-month TFSV victimization.
- Sample comprised Italian young adults aged 18-24.
- Statistical analysis to identify patterns and associations.
Main Results
- The Italian TFSV-VS demonstrated good psychometric properties.
- High rates of lifetime (78.6%) and 12-month (56.1%) TFSV victimization were reported.
- Digital sexual violence and gender/sexuality-based harassment were most prevalent.
- Females and sexual/gender minority (SGM) individuals reported higher TFSV victimization.
- Female gender, younger age, and low social support were linked to increased psychological distress.
Conclusions
- The Italian TFSV-VS is a reliable tool for assessing TFSV.
- TFSV exhibits a distinct gendered pattern, disproportionately affecting females and SGM individuals.
- Findings underscore the influence of gender and SGM status on TFSV experiences.
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