Supporting survivors of campus dating and sexual violence during COVID-19: A social work perspective

Bennett, Esther R.; Snyder, Simone; Cusano, Julia; McMahon, Sarah; Zijdel, M.; Camerer, Kerry; Howley, Caitlin

doi:10.1080/00981389.2021.1885566

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“…The data collection was carried out at the end of 2020 and served as a chance to assess the impact of the lockdown period, applied to control the spread of the 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19), on SH among young people and its associated sociodemographic and economic factors. Previous studies have already brought to light the increase of cases and the severity of different forms of SV among young couples and non-formal couples during the COVID-19 lockdown period [ 4 , 11 ]. Although during this period personal contact between young individuals was limited, SH were easily made via social networks [ 18 ].…”

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Prevalence of sexual harassment among young Spaniards before, during, and after the COVID-19 lockdown period in Spain

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Background Sexual harassment is a type of coercion, including social pressure, intimidation, physical force, and verbal acts, in addition to other forms such as cyber-harassment, recognized as a major important public health problem. Methods This cross-sectional study, based on a survey administered online to men and women aged 18 to 35 years and living in Spain throughout 15th and 28th October 2020, aims to analyze the prevalence and factors associated with sexual harassment among young people in Spain within the last 12 months, particularly according to the COVID-19 lockdown period. It has been conducted by bivariate analysis and robust Poisson regression models. The final sample includes 2.515 participants. Results The results indicate that women were almost twice as likely as men to experience sexual harassment (49% vs 22.2%). Also, among heterosexual men and women, the estimated prevalence was lower concerning that observed among bisexuals, gays, and lesbians (31.5% vs 53, 39.2, and 34.6% respectively). The prevalence percentage in the 18–24 age group was twice high as that observed in the 30–35 age group. Finally, during the lockdown period, the harassment through electronic channels increased (32.6% vs 16.5 and 17.8% before and after this period, respectively) and decreased on public roads (22.9% vs 63.4 and 54.4% pre-lockdown and post-lockdown periods, respectively). Conclusion These findings highlight that sexual harassment presents a high prevalence among young people, especially cyber-harassment, and workplace harassment and it is important to be aware that young women are more likely to suffer harassment and even more if they do not have a partner or have LGB orientation. During the lockdown sexual harassment has moved from public spaces to the social network.

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“…A total of nine articles met the selection criteria [ 29 , 30 , 31 , 32 , 33 , 34 , 35 ] and were subsequently analyzed to shed light on the research question. Overall, a wide array of technology-based solutions was proposed to address mental health challenges faced by domestic violence victims amid COVID-19, ranging from mHealth self-help tools (e.g., I-DECIDE), online-delivered psychotherapeutic care, and web-based training for healthcare professionals to digital “Doctors Without Borders” services that could provide timely and/or tailored solutions to victims [ 29 , 30 , 31 , 32 , 33 , 34 , 35 ]. However, it is important to note that all of these solutions are conceptual proposals, observational evidence, and/or insights from previous non-pandemic-related research, as opposed to programs empirically evaluated amid COVID-19 (e.g., randomized controlled trials).…”

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Technology-Based Mental Health Interventions for Domestic Violence Victims Amid COVID-19

Cheshmehzangi

McDonnell

et al. 2022

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Introduction: Domestic violence is a threat to human dignity and public health. Mounting evidence shows that domestic violence erodes personal and public health, spawning issues such as lifelong mental health challenges. To further compound the situation, COVID-19 and societies’ poor response to the pandemic have not only worsened the domestic violence crisis but also disrupted mental health services for domestic violence victims. While technology-based health solutions can overcome physical constraints posed by the pandemic and offer timely support to address domestic violence victims’ mental health issues, there is a dearth of research in the literature. To bridge the research gap, in this study, we aim to examine technology-based mental health solutions for domestic violence victims amid COVID-19. Methods: A literature review was conducted to examine solutions that domestic violence victims can utilize to safeguard and improve their mental health amid COVID-19. Databases including PubMed, PsycINFO, and Scopus were utilized for the literature search. The search was focused on four themes: domestic violence, mental health, technology-based interventions, and COVID-19. A reverse search of pertinent references was conducted in Google Scholar. The social ecological model was utilized to systematically structure the review findings. Results: The findings show that a wide array of technology-based solutions has been proposed to address mental health challenges faced by domestic violence victims amid COVID-19. However, none of these proposals is based on empirical evidence amid COVID-19. In terms of social and ecological levels of influence, most of the interventions were developed on the individual level, as opposed to the community level or social level, effectively placing the healthcare responsibility on the victims rather than government and health officials. Furthermore, most of the articles failed to address risks associated with utilizing technology-based interventions (e.g., privacy issues) or navigating the online environment (e.g., cyberstalking). Conclusion: Overall, our findings highlight the need for greater research endeavors on the research topic. Although technology-based interventions have great potential in resolving domestic violence victims’ mental health issues, risks associated with these health solutions should be comprehensively acknowledged and addressed.

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“…Intervention satisfaction. The vast majority of studies investigating user-satisfaction suggest that most survivors are satisfied with the services received (Anderson, Pollitt et al, 2021;Bennett et al, 2021;Bomyea et al, 2015;Creech, Pulverman, Shin, et al, 2021;Downing et al, 2021;Finn et al, 2011;Gilmore, Davidson, et al, 2019;Gray et al, 2015;Gulati et al, 2021;Hassija & Gray, 2011;Johnson, 2020;Lange & Ruwaard, 2010;Lee & Cha, 2021;Littleton et al, 2012Littleton et al, , 2016Loucks et al, 2019;Montgomery et al, 2021;Norman et al, 2020;Stappenbeck et al, 2021;Steinmetz & Gray, 2017;Villegas-Gold, 2018;Weiss et al, 2018;Zheng & Gray, 2014).Participants perceived interventions to be beneficial because they helped them "heal," made them feel supported, used minimal and survivor-centered language, and applied modern and intuitive designs. User-satisfaction was evaluated using qualitative interviews, specially designed surveys, and questionnaires (e.g., The Wyoming Telehealth Trauma Clinic Client Satisfaction Scale).…”

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EHealth for Sexual Assault: A Systematic Scoping Review

Bach

Ahrens

Olff

et al. 2023

Trauma, Violence, & Abuse

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Providing efficient psychosocial support for survivors of sexual assault is of critical societal importance. Around the globe, technology-based solutions (eHealth) are increasingly being used to accomplish this task, especially following COVID-19. Despite increased importance and reliance on eHealth for sexual assault, minimal efforts have been made to systematically synthesize research in this area. The present study therefore sought to synthesize what is known about eHealth targeting sexual assault survivors’ psychosocial needs using a systematic scoping review methodology. To this end, five databases (CINAHL, Embase, PsycINFO, MEDLINE, and Scopus) were systematically searched for studies published from 2010 onwards using terms such as “sexual assault”, “eHealth”, “digital health”, “telehealth”, and variations thereof. Of the 6,491 records screened for eligibility, 85 studies were included in the review. We included empirical studies from all countries pertaining to eHealth for sexual assault for survivors 13 years or older. Many innovative eHealth applications for sexual assault exist today, and the included studies suggested that survivors generally experience eHealth positively and seem to benefit from it. Nevertheless, much more clinical and empirical work is needed to ensure accessible and effective solutions for all.

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Supporting survivors of campus dating and sexual violence during COVID-19: A social work perspective

Cited by 18 publications

References 19 publications

Prevalence of sexual harassment among young Spaniards before, during, and after the COVID-19 lockdown period in Spain

Prevalence of sexual harassment among young Spaniards before, during, and after the COVID-19 lockdown period in Spain

Technology-Based Mental Health Interventions for Domestic Violence Victims Amid COVID-19

EHealth for Sexual Assault: A Systematic Scoping Review

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