Authors:
- Ateret Gewirtz-Meydan, (School of Social Work, Faculty of Social Welfare and Health Sciences), (University of Haifa) -

- Aryeh Lazar, (Department of Psychology), (Ariel University) -

Abstract: »The October 7, 2023, attacks in Israel and the subsequent hostage crisis significantly impacted Israeli society. This study examined the association between the perceived relevance of exposure to reports of sexual violence during the attacks and captivity, and the sexual, relational, and psychological well-being of Israeli men and women. An online survey of 921 Israeli adults assessed changes in sexual function, distress, and behaviour, reasons for these changes, and various well-being indicators. Hierarchical regression and moderation analyses were conducted. Approximately 15% of respondents perceived these reports as relevant to their decreased sexual activity. Women reported greater perceived relevance, though the psychological impact was stronger among men. Perceived relevance was significantly associated with sexual dysfunction, sexual distress, and psychological well-being. Findings suggest that exposure to narratives of sexual violence during conflict may meaningfully affect sexual behavior, functioning, and mental health in some individuals. « (Source: Journal of Sexual Aggression)

Contents:

	Abstract (p. 1)
	Practice Impact Statement (p. 1)
	Introduction (p. 1)
		Sexual violence during wartime (p. 1)
		Secondary traumatic stress and sexual violence in conflict (p. 2)
		The current study (p. 3)
	Method (p. 4)
		Participants and procedure (p. 4)
		Measures (p. 5)
		Analysis plan (p. 7)
	Results (p. 7)
		Perceived relevance of sexual violence reports on partnered sexual activities (p. 7)
		Perceived relevance of sexual violence reports compared to other reasons for decreased frequency in partnered sexual activities (p. 8)
		Perceived relevance of sexual violence reports and demographics (p. 9)
		Sexual violence reports and sexual, relationship, and psychological well-Being (p. 9)
	Discussion (p. 12)
		Theoretical contribution (p. 14)
		Limitations and future research direction (p. 14)
		Clinical implications (p. 14)
	Conclusions (p. 15)
	Disclosure statement (p. 15)
	References (p. 15)

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