Influence of the Relational Context on Reproductive Coercion and the Associated Consequences

Lévesque, Sylvie; Rousseau, Catherine; Dumerchat, Mélusine

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“…Noteworthily, some of the examples provided by the literature refer to experiences in which the condom is not used—so it was never actually removed. In fact, a number of women interviewed by Lévesque et al explained that their partner just pretended to put it on, unbeknown to the participant; and Klein’s description of the phenomenon suggests that once the perpetrator of stealthing escapes the victim’s field of vision, the condom would not necessarily be placed (Klein, 2014; Lévesque et al, 2021).…”

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Nonconsensual Condom-Use Deception: An Empirically Based Conceptualization of Stealthing

Gómez‐Durán

Martín-Fumadó

2022

Trauma, Violence, & Abuse

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In recent years, the act of stealthing, also termed nonconsensual condom removal (NCCR), has become an emerging important topic related to nonconsensual sexual experiences. We performed a rapid review by searches in Web of Science (245 articles), Medline (157 articles), and PsycINFO (72 articles). The studies, in English, French, Italian, or Spanish, that reported empirical data on stealthing were included, except for those focusing on the legal response to the phenomenon. The final sample of 16 articles of various design is analyzed. According to this review, more than 10% of women experience stealthing in their lifetime, and men having sex with men also experience stealthing. The article describes the empirical research literature in the field, explores terminological and conceptual challenges, and proposes a new and more comprehensive term (nonconsensual condom-use deception), and a revised definition and categorization of the behavior, according to the concrete manifestation of consent breach, the associated practices, or the underlying motivation. We argue that research, as well as policy and practice responses to this growing problem need to be guided by a conceptual framework that uses information gathered directly from those who experienced it.

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Nonconsensual Condom-Use Deception: An Empirically Based Conceptualization of Stealthing

Gómez‐Durán

Martín-Fumadó

2022

Trauma, Violence, & Abuse

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“…Most participants perceived nonconsensual condom removal as problematic primarily because it was a violation of a prior agreement with the partner about condom use during sex. The analysis of the contraceptive negotiation process clearly shows that condom use was discussed and agreed upon before sexual relations could take place (Lévesque, Rousseau & Dumerchat, Forthcoming). The discovery that the partner did not respect the agreement led to rapid acknowledgment of the situation as inacceptable, as these extracts testify:There was penetration, without a condom.…”

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“…Health care professionals should also be on the lookout for young women who undergo repeated STI screenings, seek emergency contraceptives (morning-after pills), or consult for an abortion. Many of our participants reported seeking this kind of professional help following an RC incident, although the conditions that create risks for STI exposure or unwanted pregnancy were not discussed during the consultation, thereby limiting access to the appropriate support (Lévesque et al, Forthcoming). Therefore, it is suggested that health care professionals should not only ask whether a reproductive health risk has been taken (e.g., unprotected sex), but also ask how the woman was exposed to the risk.…”

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Young Women’s Acknowledgment of Reproductive Coercion: A Qualitative Analysis

Lévesque

Rousseau

2019

J Interpers Violence

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Reproductive coercion (RC) is a form of violence perpetuated against women. It occurs when male partners adopt behaviors meant to control a woman's birth control or pregnancy despite her wishes. This amounts to interference with a woman's autonomy in reproductive decisions. The three main forms of RC are birth control sabotage (including nonconsensual condom removal), pregnancy coercion, and controlling the outcome of a pregnancy. This qualitative exploratory study examines issues in the acknowledgment of RC. Participants were 21 young women in Québec (Canada), who had experienced this form of violence. Results of individual semi-directed interviews reveal that RC can be difficult to acknowledge. A thematic analysis demonstrates that awareness is modulated by the manifestations of RC and by the emotional bond with the perpetrator. Acknowledgment of RC behavior varies according to the form that is experienced: Nonconsensual condom removal is the most readily identified, whereas acknowledgment of pregnancy pressure and pregnancy coercion takes longer, requiring repeated incidents before it is identified as a form of violence. In addition, acknowledgment is facilitated when relationships are casual and uncommitted compared with romantic and committed. Moreover, reading about the issue, confiding in a friend or acquaintance,

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“…RCA is another form of violence that appears to be more prevalent among these groups, though findings have been conflicting. Many studies include sexual and gender minority participants, but do not report findings stratified by these groups [60][61][62][63][64]. Most studies that focus on sexual and gender minority individuals examine behaviorally bisexual women, or women who have sex with women and men (WSWM), who also are found in many studies to experience additional sexual and reproductive health risks, such as STIs, unwanted pregnancies, unprotected sex, and health risks associated with the marginalization and criminalization of transactional sex [65].…”

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Future directions for reproductive coercion and abuse research

Grace

Miller

2023

Reprod Health

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Background Reproductive coercion and abuse (RCA) is a form of intimate partner violence (IPV) in which people with the capacity for pregnancy experience coercive behaviors that threaten their reproductive autonomy. Behaviors that constitute RCA include contraceptive control/sabotage, pregnancy pressure, and controlling the outcome of a pregnancy. Summary Several areas of RCA study have emerged: associations with IPV, health outcomes resulting from RCA, and demographic and contextual factors associated with experiencing RCA. Current research in these areas is summarized and placed in a global context, including sexual and gender minority groups, use of RCA (exploring perpetration), RCA interventions, RCA in women with disabilities, and the question of whether people assigned male at birth can be RCA victims. Conclusion Areas for future exploration include evolving interpretations of pregnancy intention in the setting of fewer options for abortion, RCA in people with disabilities and multiple levels of marginalization, including sexual and gender minorities; intersections between RCA and economic abuse in the context of efforts at economic justice; and community-centered approaches to intervention and prevention.

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Influence of the Relational Context on Reproductive Coercion and the Associated Consequences

Cited by 16 publications

References 37 publications

Nonconsensual Condom-Use Deception: An Empirically Based Conceptualization of Stealthing

Nonconsensual Condom-Use Deception: An Empirically Based Conceptualization of Stealthing

Young Women’s Acknowledgment of Reproductive Coercion: A Qualitative Analysis

Future directions for reproductive coercion and abuse research

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