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MrAverage1965 · 61-69, M
It happens
Bristol University Press Digital
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It might be assumed that victim experiences of sexual violence are characterised by fear and pain, and while this is true for many, the phenomenology of sexual violence is more complex than this. Increasingly, sexuality research is recognising that people can desire and have a positive regard toward sexual encounters that they do not consent or agree to, however there is limited scholarship examining victim experiences of pleasure or arousal during sexual violence. This article presents a thematic analysis of 50 posts describing the experience of arousal and/or pleasure during sexual violence drawn from Reddit, the popular online discussion board. The findings highlight the importance of distinguishing between physiological arousal, psychological pleasure and consent, and the significant shame and self-blame of survivors who feel that an aroused or pleasurable response implicates them in their own assault. The article closes by reflecting on the importance of distinguishing between consent, arousal and pleasure in sexual violence policy and practice, and recognising that arousal and pleasure are features of non-consensual as well as consensual encounters.
Bristol University Press Digital
Previous Article
It might be assumed that victim experiences of sexual violence are characterised by fear and pain, and while this is true for many, the phenomenology of sexual violence is more complex than this. Increasingly, sexuality research is recognising that people can desire and have a positive regard toward sexual encounters that they do not consent or agree to, however there is limited scholarship examining victim experiences of pleasure or arousal during sexual violence. This article presents a thematic analysis of 50 posts describing the experience of arousal and/or pleasure during sexual violence drawn from Reddit, the popular online discussion board. The findings highlight the importance of distinguishing between physiological arousal, psychological pleasure and consent, and the significant shame and self-blame of survivors who feel that an aroused or pleasurable response implicates them in their own assault. The article closes by reflecting on the importance of distinguishing between consent, arousal and pleasure in sexual violence policy and practice, and recognising that arousal and pleasure are features of non-consensual as well as consensual encounters.
KhairaMaryam89 · 31-35, F
@MrAverage1965 interesting
Seniorsecurity · M
It is not real common, but, does happen. Even though you orgasm during rape it is still rape, you didn't want a forced orgasm.
KhairaMaryam89 · 31-35, F
@Seniorsecurity sure, no one want it
Strict4u · 56-60, M
Yes it can happen I heard some kids was a result in rape
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Strict4u · 56-60, M
@KhairaMaryam89 I hope it didn’t happen to you
KhairaMaryam89 · 31-35, F
@Strict4u dm, not here
Strict4u · 56-60, M
@KhairaMaryam89 ok
Well... It's a horrible thing to happen to anyone..
From what I read online, orgasm may happen as the body will react to what's happening.
From what I read online, orgasm may happen as the body will react to what's happening.
KhairaMaryam89 · 31-35, F
@Royricky09 so it just natural respond right
@KhairaMaryam89 yes
KhairaMaryam89 · 31-35, F
@Royricky09 okay
Yes, that can be normal. No, it doesn't mean that you wanted it or liked it as some people like to claim.
KhairaMaryam89 · 31-35, F
@HootyTheNightOwl thank you for your answer
@KhairaMaryam89 No problem... I'm sorry that I couldn't say more.
KhairaMaryam89 · 31-35, F
@HootyTheNightOwl its alright
MissyChrissy · 18-21, F
Yes Mrs Khaira, it may happen.
We can talk about in private.
We can talk about in private.
Strictmichael75 · 61-69, M
I think it’s possible
Would you like to message me?
Would you like to message me?
Panamared · 70-79, M
It happens more than one might think
DaddyThomas · 46-50, M
I don’t hope that you’ve been raped.
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KhairaMaryam89 · 31-35, F
@Panamared dm, not here