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Julie P Gentile1, Larrilyn Grant1
1Drs. Gentile and Grant are with the Department of Psychiatry at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio.
Abstract:
Prevention of sexual assault in intellectual disability (ID) begins with defining the problem. There are identified risk factors and barriers faced by adults with ID who experience sexual assault. Research shows that individuals with ID are victimized by sexual assault at rates substantially higher than the general population. The perpetrators are usually trusted individuals in their environment, such as peers, caregivers, or family members. Effective prevention efforts require identifying risk factors and employing public health strategies. Finally, widespread adoption of evidence-based educational programs and proven strategies are necessities.
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