Latent Profiles of Sexual Functioning Among Survivors of Sexual Violence
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Sexual violence is a pervasive public health issue with significant impacts on survivors’ sexual functioning. The current study used latent profile analysis to identify subgroups of sexual functioning among 393 women with histories of sexual violence. Four profiles emerged: High Inhibition/Concerns, Healthy Functioning, Casual Sex, and Satisfied but Inhibited. Profiles differed significantly in PTSD symptoms, binge drinking, and substance use before sex, but not in sexual violence severity. Results highlight the heterogeneity of sexual functioning outcomes following sexual violence and underscore the importance of tailored, trauma-informed interventions addressing sexual health, PTSD, and substance use among survivors.
Source: Journal of Sex & Marital Therapy
Authors: Prachi H. Bhuptani, Prachi H. Bhuptani, Lee R. Eshelman, Lee R. Eshelman, Alexis A. Adams-Clark, Elizabeth C. Tampke, Lindsay M. Orchowski
Language: English
Subfield: Gender Studies
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
Awards: Shame among Sexual Violence Survivors in Opioid Use Disorder Treatment: Event-level and longitudinal effects on Cravings, Substance Use, and Treatment Engagement, CE24-029 CROSS-CUTTING TRAUMA-INFORMED PEER AGGRESSION AND DATING VIOLENCE PREVENTION FOR PRETEENS RECEIVING INTENSIVE MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
OpenAlex ID: W4416221538