Sexual offenders and sexual offending : a comprehensive analysis / Giulio D'Urso, editor.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

D'Urso, Giulio, editor.

Series:

Psychology research progress series.

Psychology Research Progress Series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Sex offenders--Legal status, laws, etc--United States.

Sex offenders.

Sex crimes--Law and legislation--United States.

Sex crimes.

Sexual assault--Law and legislation--United States.

Sexual assault.

Child sexual abuse--Law and legislation--United States.

Child sexual abuse.

Rape--Law and legislation--United States.

Rape.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (0 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

New York : Nova Science Publishers, Incorporated, [2025]

Summary:

"This book provides an in-depth exploration of the complex nature of sexual violence. The volume challenges conventional sexual stereotypes and examines the theoretical foundations of intimate partner violence. It investigates how gender dynamics influence the perpetration and perception of sexual violence, addressing issues such as sexism, rape myths, and societal attitudes towards sex offenders. The book explores the origins of intimate partner violence, highlighting the impact of witnessing domestic violence as a common risk factor for both victims and perpetrators. The text covers often overlooked topics, including female sex offenders and the nuances of sexual abuse within dysfunctional relationships. It addresses modern challenges like online sexual abuse and grooming, providing insights into the evolving landscape of sexual offending. Emphasis is placed on the roles of victims and witnesses, underscoring the importance of competency and thorough investigative interviews. Special attention is given to the psychological assessment of presumed sexual abuse in minors, stressing the need for forensic tests for credibility assessment. The book tackles the prevention of child sexual abuse and childhood exposure to domestic violence, exploring the psychological impact of trauma on individuals' communication skills and behavior. It reviews the disclosure process for male sexual assault victims and examines the factors influencing their decision to come forward. Treatment and recovery are central themes, with chapters on psychological treatments for child and adolescent sexual abuse, the recovery process in adolescence, and the psychoanalytic perspective on violence victims. The book also discusses the probation path for young offenders and introduces the INSIGHT program, aimed at reducing sexual violence through cognitive change and well-being. Overall, this comprehensive analysis offers a rich blend of research, theoretical perspectives, and practical interventions, providing invaluable insights for practitioners, researchers, and policy-makers dedicated to understanding and addressing sexual violence"-- Provided by publisher.

Contents:

Intro

Contents

Preface

Chapter 1

From Sexual Stereotypes and Prejudice to Intimate Partner Violence: New Theoretical and Research Perspectives

Abstract

Introduction

Gender-Related Stereotypes and Anti-Gay Attitudes

Current Forms and Measures of Prejudice Against Same-Sex Couples

Intimate Partner Violence Within Same-Sex Couples

Conclusion

References

Chapter 2

Does the Gender of the Victim and Perpetrator Matter in Sexual Violence? Sexism, Rape Myths and Attitudes Toward Sex Offenders from a Gender Perspective

Rape Myths and Ambivalent Gender Stereotypes

Attitudes Toward Sex Offenders

The Present Study

Materials and Methods

Participants and Procedure

Measures

Data Analyses

Results

Correlations and Paired T-Tests

Testing the Hypothesized Models

Discussion

Disclaimer

Funding

Chapter 3

The Origins of Intimate Partner Violence: Witnessing Domestic Violence as a Common Risk Factor Among Victims and Offenders of Gender-Based Violence

Intimate Violence Partner

Risk Factors Associated with the Psychological Profile of Sex Offenders

Individual Risk Factors

Risk Factors Associated to the Couple Relationship

Socio-Relational Risk Factors

Risk Factors Associated with the Psychological Profile of Female Victims of Domestic Abuse

Socio-Environmental Risk Factors

Assisted Domestic Violence: A Common Risk Factor Between Victims and Offenders of Intimate Partner Violence

Chapter 4

Female Sex Offenders: An Overview

Classification of Female Sexual Offenders

Motivations and Risk Factors

Psychological Profile

Treatment.

Case Study: Italy

A News Story in Italy: The Prato Case (2017)

Chapter 5

Disguised Sexual Abuse in a Dysfunctional Relationship

Consequences on Victims

Torment Within the Walls: The Story of G.5F

Chapter 6

Online Sexual Abuse and Grooming

Introduction to Child Sexual Offending

Abuse: Classification and Epidemiology

Online Sexual Abuse: Grooming

Grooming Strategies and Stages

Various Forms of Online Grooming

Online Child Sexual Offenders

Victims of Online Sexual Offending: Risk and Protective Factors

Consequences of Online Grooming

Child Protection in the Digital World

The Risks of "Sharenting"

How to Protect Children Online

Chapter 7

Victims and Witnesses of Sexual Offending: Competency and Investigative Interviews

Hearing Victim or Witness of a Crime

Judicial Hearing and Suitability to Testify

The Role of the Expert in Listening to the Witness in Judicial Settings

The Assessment of Witness Competency

Witness Competency

Cognitive Abilities

Language

Executive Functions

Attention

Memory

Sources of Memory Distortion: False Memories and Suggestibility

Gudjonsson Suggestibility Scale (GSS-1 and GSS-2)

Gudjonsson Compliance Scale (GCS)

Bonn Test of Statement Suggestibility (BTSS)

Investigative Interview Techniques

Step-Wise Interview

The Cognitive Interview

The Structured Interview

Chapter 8

The Importance of Forensic Tests for Assessing Credibility: A Psychological Assessment of Presumed Sexual Abuse in Minors

A Battery of Tests Must Integrate the Expert Work.

First Case

Rorschach

WISC IV

Gudjonsson Suggestibility Scale (GSS2)

Considerations

Second Case

SPM

Chapter 9

Combatting Childhood Exposure to Domestic Violence: Defining the Issue to Implement Intervention

Attachment Theory and Social Learning Theory

Intergenerational Cycle of Violence

Consequences for Children's Development and Well-Being

Interventions and Prevention Strategies

Chapter 10

Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse

Child Sexual Abuse (CSA)

Prevalence

Understanding Minor Attracted Persons (MAPs)

Risk Factors

The Impact of Child Sexual Abuse

Bio-Psychosocial Consequences

The Importance of Prevention

Exploring the Meaning of Prevention

Types of Prevention

Perceived Barriers to the Prevention of CSA Perpetration

A Comprehensive Approach to Prevention

Child-Focused Prevention

Parents as Partners in Prevention

Prevention Programs

Stop It Now!

B4U-Act

The Global Prevention Project

Prevention Project Dunkelfeld

Chapter 11

Childhood Trauma and Its Effects on Performance and Communication Skills: "The Subconscious Is Evident to All"11F(

Relevant Questions

Case Study

Background and Symptoms

Primary Family

Health Conditions in Early Childhood: First Memories

Social Environment

Preschool Period

Object Relations in Adulthood

Subconscious Dynamic

Dynamic Interpretive and Developmental Diagnostic Assessment of the Therapy Process

An Interpretation of the Initial Dreams

Inwardly Directed Aggression and Helplessness

Conclusion and Suggestions for Further Studies.

Implications for Research of Narcissistic Personality Disorder and Public Performances

Chapter 12

The Impact Factors of Disclosure by Male Sexual Assault Victims: A Systematic Review

High Prevalence of Male Sexual Assault Victims

Serious Physical and Mental Harm Caused by Sexual Assault

Benefits of Disclosure

The Phenomenon of Low Disclosure Rates

The Bioecological Impact on Disclosure

Method

Search Strategy

Inclusion and Exclusion Criteria

Data Extraction

Quality Assessment

Synthesis of Findings

Traditional Masculine Ideologies

The "Rape Myth" Concerning Males

Reactions of Others in the Face of Victim Disclosure

The Social Identity of the Sexual Offender

Victim Characteristics and Types of Sexual Offending

Future Directions

Social Support for Male Victims

Improving the Legal Definition of Rape

Good Strategies for the Measurement of Rape Myths

Disclosure Studies for Special Groups

Chapter 13

Psychological Treatments for Sexually Abused Children and Adolescents

Introduction: Abuse in Developmental Age

Types of Abuse

Clinical and Developmental Aspects

The Effects of Sexual Abuse of Minors

Symptoms of Trauma

Categories of Symptoms

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Effective Psychological Treatments in Abused Children

Treatment with Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

The Use of a Psychodynamic Approach

Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)

Chapter 14

Psychological Consequences of Sexual Abuse in Adolescents and the Recovery Process: A Case Study

Methodology

Type of Research

Measuring Instruments and Data Sources.

Analysis and Coding of Data Relevant to the Description and Understanding of the Topic

Case Study: An Analysis and Material Interpretation Within the Formulated Categories of Qualitative Data Processing

General Data about the Abuse and First Experience of Disclosure

Psychological Consequences of Sexual Abuse and Coping Strategies

Disclosure

Recovery and the Psychotherapeutic Process of Help

Chapter 15

The Victim of Violence: A Psychoanalytic Perspective

What Does a Woman Want?

Female Enjoyment and Wandering

Masochism in Light of Psychoanalytic Thought

Is the Woman a Masochist?

Possible and Impossible Anchorages

Gender Masochism: Masochism in Men

Chapter 16

The Probation Path for Young Offenders of Sexual Crimes

The Current Study

Case 1

Case 2

Case 3

Case 4

Case 5

Case 6

Case 7

Adolescent Development

Cognitive-Behavioral Interventions

Peer Influence

Restorative Justice and Empathy Development

Long-Term Outcomes and Social Implications

Integrative Approaches in Juvenile Rehabilitation

Chapter 17

The INSIGHT Program: Promoting Sexual Violence Reduction Alongside Sustainable Cognitive Change and Well-Being

The Evolution of Theoretical Bases and Their Effectiveness

Program Development

Intervention Programs Focused on ISOCs

Program Design

Biographical Sketches

Index

Blank Page.

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ISBN:

9798895302682