Background Information
In recent years, policies from universities regarding campus sexual assault have come under increased scrutiny, with some arguing that current policies blame victims while shielding offenders from the legal consequences of their actions. Use the following sources to learn more about campus sexual assault and prevention efforts.
- CQ Researcher This link opens in a new windowReference tool/magazine that gives overviews of major topic areas (including campus sexual assault). Includes articles, lists of other resources, and Pro and Con arguments for most topics.
- Sexual Violence and Abuse : An Encyclopedia of Prevention, Impacts, and RecoveryIncludes definitions and analysis on a variety of topics surrounding sexual violence and abuse.
- Encyclopedia of Sex and GenderExplores topics of sex and gender including information on rape and sexual assault.
- The Gale Encyclopedia of Mental HealthProvides detailed information on mental disorders and conditions on topics such as sexual assault and rape in the area of sexual abuse.
- The Gale Encyclopedia of Public HealthContains entries pertaining to important public health concerns, including sexual assault.