Hypermasculinity and childhood maltreatment impact sexual coercion in college males.

What is it about?

Prior research has found that hypermasculinity (or toxic masculinity) and childhood sexual abuse are two potential factors that contribute to engage in sexual coercive behaviors. As our understanding of the impact of childhood maltreatment increases, it has been important to examine types of maltreatment beyond sexual abuse. Therefore, the current study examined poly-victimization--how a person experiences multiple types of childhood maltreatment, including physical abuse, witnessing violence, and bullying.

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Why is it important?

The data highlights important assessment needs within the field of psychology and for sexual violence prevention on college campuses.