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Sexual violence in India: Psychological impact and response strategies
Vasudha Sharma1, Vikrant Sharma2, Waryaam Singh3
1Department of Psychiatry, Dayanand Medical College and Hospital.
Objective:
India, also dubbed as the "rape capital of world," has a notorious history with violence against women, both physical and sexual.
Method:
We discuss the existing statistics and psychological impact of sexual violence in India and how our culture tints it in a unique way. We review the comorbid mental health disorders, behavioral effects, and vulnerable demographics associated with sexual violence in this country.
Results:
Existing stigma and secondary victimization in Indian community results in high psychiatric burden and complex trauma in victims of sexual violence.
Conclusion:
Existing reforms and available resources are lacking, and recommendations are provided for safeguarding this vulnerable population. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2026 APA, all rights reserved).
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