Where do those experiencing sexual violence seek help and is routine enquiry acceptable within a sexual healthcare setting?: Findings from a population-based survey

Rachel J Caswell; James Hodson; Caroline Bradbury-Jones; Jonathan D C Ross

doi:10.1136/bmjopen-2023-073204

Where do those experiencing sexual violence seek help and is routine enquiry acceptable within a sexual healthcare setting? Findings from a population-based survey

Rachel J Caswell^*, James Hodson, Caroline Bradbury-Jones, Jonathan D C Ross

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Abstract

Objectives: Most sexual violence (SV) remains undisclosed to healthcare professionals. The aims of this study were to identify where support would be sought after SV and whether routine enquiry about SV was acceptable in a sexual healthcare setting.

Design: An online population-based survey collected data on a history of SV and preferences on support after SV, in addition to sociodemographic data. Respondents’ views on being routinely asked about SV were sought.

Setting and participants: This online survey was based in England, UK. There were 2007 respondents.

Results: The police were the most frequent first choice for support after experiencing SV (n=520; 25.9%); however, this was less common in individuals in younger age groups (p

Original language	English
Article number	e073204
Number of pages	11
Journal	BMJ open
Volume	13
Issue number	9
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2023-073204
Publication status	Published - 6 Sept 2023

Keywords

genitourinary medicine
sexually transmitted disease
sexual and gender minorities
sexual medicine

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