On the Brink of Paradigm Change? Evidence for Unexpected Predictive Relationships Among Sexual Addiction, Masturbation, Sexual Experimentation, and Revictimization, Child Sexual Abuse, and Adult Sexual Risk

• NCJ Number: 242930
• Journal: Sexual Addiction & Compulsivity Volume: 19 Issue: 4 Dated: October - December 2012 Pages: 225-264
• Author(s): Karen Griffee; Stephen L. O'Keefe; Sandra S. Stroebel; Keith W. Beard; Sam Swindell; Debra H. Young
• Date Published: December 2012
• Length: 40 pages
• Publication Format: Article
• Publication Type: Report (Study/Research)
• Language: English
• Country: United States of America

Annotation

This study provides evidence that the phenomenon of "sexual revictimization" should be re-conceptualized as: having sex more oftenespecially risky sexsimply increases the odds of encountering a partner who coerces sex.

Abstract

This study provides evidence that the phenomenon of "sexual revictimization" should be re-conceptualized as: having sex more oftenespecially risky sexsimply increases the odds of encountering a partner who coerces sex. Retrospective data entered anonymously by 1,502 women using computer-assisted self-interview supported the idea that repeatedly engaging in voluntary sexual behaviors despite having experienced coerced sex eventually leads to a re-occurrence before age 18. The score on the Hypersexuality and Risky Sexual Behavior Scale was the best single predictor of a participant becoming the victim of coerced sex after she reached adulthood and also the best predictor for her endorsing being sexually addicted. The most powerful predictors for the score on the Hypersexuality and Risky Sexual Behavior Scale were measures of engaging in masturbation and voluntary sex with partners before reaching age 18. Abstract published by arrangement with Taylor and Francis.