Personality traits in women victims of sexual violence [Rasgos de personalidad en Mujeres víctimas de violencia sexual]

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https://doi.org/10.62574/00kp3y92

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personal autonomy, rape, compulsive personality disorder

Abstract

Objective: to analyze personality traits in women victims of sexual violence. Method: A descriptive documentary review was carried out with the support of the systemic review technique. Results and Conclusion: It was found that these women usually experience low self-esteem, anxiety and depression, post-traumatic stress disorders, difficulties in establishing relationships and trust problems. Risk factors associated with these traits include previous traumatic experiences, lack of social support, stigmatization and victim blaming, economic insecurity and lack of access to mental health services.

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2024-05-01

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Rojas-Rodríguez J. Personality traits in women victims of sexual violence [Rasgos de personalidad en Mujeres víctimas de violencia sexual]. SRS [Internet]. 2024 May 1 [cited 2024 Dec. 25];3(2):1-7. Available from: https://revistasinstitutoperspectivasglobales.org/index.php/sanitas/article/view/38

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