War on the Female Body: Rape and Sexual Violence during Conflict
Published By: AMSA Global Health | Published Date: May, 09 , 2017This article focuses on rape as a weapon of war, the sociological impacts of which can be widespread and long-lasting. This is especially due to the ensuing terror and disruption to livelihoods, relationships and morale. Sexual violence has an enormous burden on individuals and communities worldwide. Women and girls are particularly vulnerable, with one in three women globally estimated to experience physical or sexual violence in their lifetime. Rape and sexual violence has severe physical and psychological consequences in any circumstance.
Author(s): AMSA Global Health | Posted on: Feb 21, 2018 | Views()