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Rape vs. Sexual Harassment Rape and sexual harassment are serious violations against individuals, both male and female. Many victims of these crimes present a wide range of issues that have diverse negative effects and greatly impact their lives. In the following essay I will define both rape and sexual harassment as well list some of the common effects both events create. Rape is defined as unlawful sexual intercourse with a man/woman without his/her consent. The assault comes as a devastating shock, destroying the victim's ability to maintain the important illusion of personal safety and invulnerability, and threatens many assumptions and beliefs survivors may have about themselves and the world around them. Not surprisingly, most victims exhibit high levels of psychological distress in the first week after the rape. This distress peaks in severity three weeks post-assault, continues at high levels for one to two more months before finally lessening two to three...

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