Understanding the myths that new students hold about sexual violence and domestic abuse is key for prevention

Sexual violence and domestic abuse are public health problems in society – and they are issues that also affect universities. One 2011 study reported that during their time at university, 25% of women students in the UK had experienced sexual assault, 7% were subject to a serious sexual assault and 68% were subject to physical or verbal sexual harassment on campus.
A new study that I’ve just published found that some students – both male and female – hold myths about sexual violence and domestic abuse when they arrive at university. More...