Women veterans' experiences with domestic violence and with sexual harassment while in the military

The purpose of this article is to determine whether known cardiac risk factors are more prevalent among women veterans who report having sustained sexual assault while in the military. We surveyed a random sample of 3,632 women veterans using Veterans Administration (VA) ambulatory care nationally. Obesity, smoking, problem alcohol use, sedentary lifestyle, and hysterectomy before age 40 were found to be more common in women reporting a history of sexual assault while in the military than in women without such history. An association between myocardial infarction and prior sexual assault history may be mediated in part by known cardiac risk factors.

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Stalking: Notion, characteristics and social responses

Temida ◽

10.2298/tem0704003n ◽

2007 ◽

Vol 10 (4) ◽

pp. 3-12 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Vesna Nikolic-Ristanovic ◽

Marina Kovacevic-Lepojevic

Keyword(s):

Domestic Violence ◽

Sexual Harassment ◽

Complex Problem ◽

The Other ◽

Social Responses ◽

Legal Reforms ◽

Workplace Abuse ◽

Everyday Talk ◽

The Everyday ◽

The World

In the last two decades stalking phenomenon is recognized and actualized in the world in professional, scientific circles, in media and the everyday talk. Recently, stalking is identified as specific and complex problem studied separately from domestic violence, workplace abuse, sexual harassment, threats, following, homicide, voyeurism and the other phenomenon to which stalking may or not be related. This paper is aimed to determine the notion of stalking and its relationship with similar phenomena, to review the research about the prevalence and nature of stalking, as well as to review the measures for its prevention, supporting victims and prosecution of offenders. Finally, the paper intend to contribute toward initiation of research and legal reforms regarding stalking victimisation in Serbia.

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Sexual Harassment in the Military

Armed Forces & Society ◽

10.1177/0095327x16687069 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 44 (1) ◽

pp. 25-43 ◽

Cited By ~ 9

Author(s):

Richard J. Harris ◽

Daniel P. McDonald ◽

Corey S. Sparks

Keyword(s):

Sexual Harassment ◽

Organizational Context ◽

Organizational Factors ◽

Persistent Problem ◽

Individual Level ◽

Power Differentials ◽

The Military ◽

Organizational Climates ◽

Data Constraints ◽

Research And Policy

Purpose: Sexual harassment remains a persistent problem in the U.S. military despite extensive research and policy initiatives. Theoretical explanations identify individual circumstances (e.g., power differentials) and organizational factors (e.g., climate, culture). However, data constraints limit the capacity to link individual contexts with independent measures of environments. Data/Methods: A unique Defense Equality Opportunity Climate Survey allows assessment of organizational climates and individual experiences with multilevel analyses. Results: Sexist environmental context increases the likelihood of personal harassment experiences after controlling for individual-level variables. However, unit-level climate, group cohesion, and job satisfaction are not significant. Conclusion: Both individual and organizational factors are important. However, the organizational context has less to do with culture or unit cohesion and more to do with tolerance of sexism. Focusing on problem units may be effective for reducing the prevalence and persistence of sexual harassment.

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Biological, psychological, social, and spiritual health of active duty women: An exploratory study

Journal of Military Veteran and Family Health ◽

10.3138/jmvfh-2021-0008 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Meghan Lacks ◽

Angela Lamson ◽

Jessica Goodman

Keyword(s):

Sexual Harassment ◽

Physical Health ◽

Psychological Health ◽

Psychological Trauma ◽

Active Duty ◽

Spiritual Health ◽

Health Providers ◽

Physical Health Outcomes ◽

History Of ◽

The Military

LAY SUMMARY This study explored the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual health of active duty women, including how each of these dimensions of health is related to one another. In particular, this study addresses active duty women’s health and experiences associated with trauma, sexual harassment, deployment, and physical health outcomes. A total of 76 active duty women completed a survey consisting of questions about demographics, physical health, psychological health, physical and psychological trauma history, social support, history of sexual harassment, and spirituality. Results showed that women with larger waist circumference had more physical pain and previous experiences with sexual harassment. Also, women who experienced more traumatic events in their lifetime were more involved in organized and non-organized religion or spiritual activities. Being in the military influences every service member’s health; however, more attention is needed to understanding the ways in which biopsychosocial-spiritual assessments and treatment can be created and adopted by medical, mental health, social service, and spiritual health providers.

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The Voice of Women and Challenges of Gender Equality in Georgian Media

Handbook of Research on Discrimination, Gender Disparity, and Safety Risks in Journalism - Advances in Linguistics and Communication Studies ◽

10.4018/978-1-7998-6686-2.ch013 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 232-250

Author(s):

Mariam Gersamia ◽

Maia Toradze ◽

Liana Markariani

Keyword(s):

Domestic Violence ◽

Sexual Harassment ◽

Gender Equality ◽

Online Media ◽

Sociocultural Context ◽

Female Journalists ◽

The Media ◽

Research Questions ◽

Employment Of Women ◽

The Voice

This research analyzes the media landscape in Georgia from a gender equality perspective to identify the existing stereotypes dominant in Georgian media organizations. Georgia (country) faces the challenges related to femicide, domestic violence, employment of women, early or forced marriages, sexual harassment, blackmailing of female journalists, and there is a lack of awareness regarding gender equality. The study answers research questions: What sociocultural context and basic psychological motivators drive females to choose journalism as a profession? Is there any gender inequality regarding the workplace and positions in Georgian media (TV, print, radio, and online media) and if ‘yes' how does it present? Are there any predefined topics/themes covered specifically by the male or female journalists? What gender-related stereotypes (if any) dominate/take over in Georgian media?

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Women in the Military and Women Veterans

Serving Military Families ◽

10.4324/9781315732343-19 ◽

2015 ◽

pp. 237-256

Keyword(s):

Women Veterans ◽

Women In The Military ◽

The Military

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Unique Considerations for Homeless Female Veterans

Homelessness Among U.S. Veterans ◽

10.1093/oso/9780190695132.003.0008 ◽

2018 ◽

pp. 163-188 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Ann Elizabeth Montgomery ◽

Thomas H. Byrne ◽

Melissa E. Dichter

Keyword(s):

Military Service ◽

Women Veterans ◽

Housing Instability ◽

Female Veterans ◽

Younger Women ◽

The Military

As the number of women Veterans continues to increase, so does the number of women Veterans experiencing housing instability. Homelessness or risk for homelessness among women Veterans may be directly linked to their experiences before, during, and after their military service, particularly the experience of trauma. To address homelessness among women Veterans, providers and researchers must acknowledge the gendered nature of both the military and Veteran-specific resources. Responses should include providing housing-related interventions specifically for women, assessing and addressing trauma among women Veterans, responding to the needs of younger women Veterans who may be homeless with children, and supporting women Veterans during their reintegration after discharge from the military.

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Service-Women’s Responses to Sexual Harassment: The Importance of Identity Work and Masculinity in a Gendered Organization

Violence Against Women ◽

10.1177/1077801219873433 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 26 (12-13) ◽

pp. 1656-1680

Author(s):

Stephanie Bonnes

Keyword(s):

Sexual Assault ◽

Sexual Harassment ◽

Identity Work ◽

Using Data ◽

The Military ◽

Responses To Sexual Harassment ◽

Depth Interviews

Using data from in-depth interviews with 38 U.S. service-women, this article explores women’s responses to sexual harassment in the military workplace. I argue that in an extremely gendered and masculine institution, sexual harassment threatens service-women’s identities as military insiders, presenting an identity dilemma for them. To resolve this dilemma, women prioritize their masculinity and downplay and excuse harassment. In contrast, service-women who have experienced sexual assault or combat confront sexual harassment. I argue that this is possible because for these two groups of women, sexual harassment does not present an identity dilemma. I show how masculinity is used to downplay and normalize harassment as well as to resist it.

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