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An evaluation of a mixed-gender date rape prevention workshop
D R Holcomb1, P D Sarvela, K A Sondag
1College of Public Health, University of South Florida, Tampa.
Journal of American College Health : J of ACH
|January 1, 1993
Summary
A date-rape workshop significantly reduced date-rape tolerance among university students. Men showed greater attitude change than women, indicating workshop effectiveness in preventing date rape.
Area of Science:
- Social Psychology
- Public Health
- Gender Studies
Background:
- Date rape remains a significant issue on university campuses.
- Understanding and modifying attitudes towards date rape is crucial for prevention efforts.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a mixed-gender date-rape workshop in altering university students' attitudes.
- To compare attitude changes between genders and between workshop participants and a control group.
Main Methods:
- A randomized, posttest-only experimental design was employed.
- 163 students attended a mixed-gender date-rape workshop; 168 served as a control group.
- The 25-item Date Rape Attitudes Survey (DRAS) measured attitudes.
Main Results:
- Men reported more tolerant attitudes towards date rape than women.
- Students in the control group showed more tolerant attitudes than those in the workshop group.
- Men demonstrated a greater reduction in date-rape tolerance post-workshop compared to women.
Conclusions:
- The date-rape workshop was effective in reducing tolerance towards date rape.
- Gender differences in attitude change suggest tailored prevention strategies may be beneficial.
- Further research is recommended to refine and evaluate date-rape prevention programs.