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CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 · Geburtshilfe Frauenheilkd 2022; 82(04): 384-391
DOI: 10.1055/a-1687-9584
DOI: 10.1055/a-1687-9584
GebFra Science
Statement/Stellungnahme
Recommendations for Care and Support of Female Rape Victims
Article in several languages: English | deutsch
Abstract
Introduction According to prevalence studies, at least 5% of all women in the Federal Republic of Germany experience rape during their lifetime. While the effects vary according to the individual, rape has serious consequences for the somatic, psychological, and psychosocial health of the victim. The medical care that is provided to presumed rape victims is of special importance, as this care can have a positive influence on the patientʼs ability to process their experience and engage in healing following such a traumatic event. Furthermore, doctors are the professionals whose help is most often sought in this context. Primary care following rape consists of three aspects: the forensic medical examination, medical care, and psychological care. In this position paper, each of these aspects are discussed in detail. Recommendations for follow-up care are also provided.
Methods In a multi-tiered process, a selective literature review was performed and a consensus among representative experts from different areas of specialization was formulated.
Goals The goal of this paper is to contribute to the further improvement and standardization of the medical care provided to women who are presumed rape victims.
Key words
stuprum - rape - sexual violence - primary care - forensic medical examination - psychosocial supportPublication History
Received: 02 November 2021
Accepted: 04 November 2021
Article published online:
05 April 2022
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