An Updated Measure for Assessing Subtle Rape Myths

McMahon, Sarah; Farmer, G. Lawrence

doi:10.1093/swr/35.2.71

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“…McMahon and Farmer (2011) developed a modified version of the IRMA, which includes 4 of the original subscales and a fifth factor (alcohol), excusing the rapist when he is drunk. Other measures employed are the Perceived Causes of Rape Scale (PCRS) (Cowan & Quinton, 1997) and the Acceptance of Modern Myths about Sexual Aggression Scale (AMMSA) (Gerger, Kley, Bohner, & Siebler, 2007).…”

Section: Rape Myth Acceptancementioning

confidence: 99%

Rape Crimes Reviewed: The Role of Observer Variables in Female Victim Blaming

Ferrão

Gonçalves

2015

Psychol. Thought

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This article presents an overview of empirical research on the role of observer variables in rape victim blaming (female attacked by a male perpetrator). The focus is on literature from the last 15 years. The variables observer gender, ambivalent sexism, rape myth acceptance, and rape empathy are discussed in relation to victim blaming. Most research on rape is conducted using diverse methods and approaches that result in a great disparity regarding the role of these variables in predicting blame assignments. Despite the inconsistencies, most studies show that men hold the victim more responsible for her own victimization than women. Findings further indicate that higher scores on sexist ideologies and rape myth acceptance predict higher victim blame, and that higher rape empathy scores predict lower victim blame. Theoretical and practical implications are discussed.

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Section: Rape Myth Acceptancementioning

confidence: 99%

Rape Crimes Reviewed: The Role of Observer Variables in Female Victim Blaming

Ferrão

Gonçalves

2015

Psychol. Thought

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“…Rape myth acceptance: A more inclusive version of the Illinois Rape Myth Acceptance Scale (McMahon & Farmer, 2011;Payne, Lonsway, & Fitzgerald, 1999) was used to assess the level of validation of attitudes/beliefs that are supportive of sexual coercion. Participants rated their level of agreement with 22 items such as "When a person is sexually assaulted while drunk, they are at least somewhat responsible for letting things get out of hand" on a 5-point scale from "strongly agree" to "strongly disagree" (alpha coefficient=0.87) (Dang & Gorzalka, 2015).…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Higher scores indicated greater rejection of rape myths. The Illinois Rape Myth Acceptance Scale is relevant to student populations because its language reflects the sensitivities involved with rape myths (McMahon & Farmer, 2011).…”

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Assessing a comprehensive approach to prevent sexual violence on campus: Implications for program improvement

Ejikeme

Powell-Threets

Bayo

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Background: On college campuses, sexual violence (or sexual assault) is at epidemic proportions. As many as one in four college women experience sexual assaults, most of which are not reported, likely due to the adverse reactions stemming from social norms and attitudes about rape. To prevent sexual violence on college campuses, the multi-level factors influencing it necessitate implementation of a holistic approach channeled at all levels. The present multi-method study assessed the feasibility and effectiveness of a peer educator (PE)-facilitated program implemented as part of a comprehensive sexual assault prevention program in three small Georgia colleges.Methods: Student participants (N=128) were questioned on their attitude toward rape myths, intention to rape, and likelihood to intervene in a potential rape situation. Paired t-tests for pre-/post-test scores assessed statistical differences in mean levels of outcomes at the data collection points. In addition, a qualitative assessment explored the feasibility of implementing, on campus, a long-duration program for prevention of sexual violence. Results:The findings indicated that, after exposure to the program, participants demonstrated decreased rape myth beliefs and intention to commit rape and an increased likelihood to intervene in a potential rape situation. In addition, apart from attaining regular student attendance in the 10-week sessions of the program, implementation of the "One on Four & Beyond" program proved to be feasible. Conclusions:This preliminary, multi-approach study suggests the effectiveness of a school PE-facilitated prevention program as a component of a comprehensive approach in reducing sexual violence on campus. Future studies are necessary to enhance understanding of the impact of the program.

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“…[34]. It has been adopted from the Illinois Rape Myth Acceptance Scale which is a 45 items scale [35].…”

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Young Adults’ Attitudes towards Rape and Rape Victims: Effects of Gender and Social Category

Singh¹

2017

JPCPY

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Violence against women, especially rapes, has been a pervasive problem in the society. It is well documented that victims of rape not only experience serious short and longterm psychological harm as a direct result of the assault, but may also be stigmatized by others (e.g., be blamed for not resisting enough). While there are sufficient studies in the developed countries that have examined how various gender and other ideologies relate to prejudiced attitudes toward rape victims, much less work has been done in developing nations such as India. Because of increased incidents of rapes in the recent past, it becomes increasingly necessary to understand the attitude people form towards rape and rape victims. Thus the present study was planned to understand the prevalent rape myths and attitudes of young adults, and to explore gender and social identity as factors influencing the attitudes towards rape and rape victims. A total of 208 participants, both males and females responded to a Rape Myth Acceptance Scale, Attitude towards Victims Scale and Causal Attribution towards Sexual Violence Scale. Results indicated that compared to male respondents, females hold lesser rape myths but have more negative attitude towards victims of rape. Results also reveal the significant effects of social category and gender on causal attribution for sexual violence. The results of this study are important in improving our understanding of the attitudes young adults hold towards rape and rape victims and present a need to develop strategies to dispel negative stereotypes that individuals hold about victims of rape.

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An Updated Measure for Assessing Subtle Rape Myths

Cited by 400 publications

References 17 publications

Rape Crimes Reviewed: The Role of Observer Variables in Female Victim Blaming

Rape Crimes Reviewed: The Role of Observer Variables in Female Victim Blaming

Assessing a comprehensive approach to prevent sexual violence on campus: Implications for program improvement

Young Adults’ Attitudes towards Rape and Rape Victims: Effects of Gender and Social Category

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