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Rape is the act of forcing someone into sexual activity, in particular sexual penetration, against his or her will through use of physical force, threat of injury, or other duress. It is also considered rape if the victim is unable to say "no" to intercourse, due to the effects of drugs or alcohol. The word originates from the Latin verb rapere: to seize or take by force. The Latin term for the act of rape itself is raptus.
Definitions of rape
Rape is, in most jurisdictions, a crime defined as sexual intercourse or penetration without valid consent by both parties. In some jurisdictions, rape is defined by penetration of the anus or the vagina by a penis, while in other jurisdictions, the penetration of either the vagina or the anus need not be by a penis, but can be by other objects such as a finger or a dildo. Some jurisdictions expand the definition of rape further to include other sexual acts without valid consent, including oral copulation and masturbation. The lack of valid consent does not necessarily mean that the victim explicitly refused to give consent; generally, where consent was obtained by physical force, threat of injury, or other duress, or where consent was given by a person whose age was below the age of consent, a person who was intoxicated by drugs or alcohol, or a person who was mentally impaired by illness or developmental disability, the consent is considered invalid. (When the sexual activity involved a person whose age was below the age of consent, the crime defined is often known as "statutory rape," although a number of jurisdictions use terms such as "unlawful sexual intercourse" to avoid the forcible connotation of the word "rape.") In some circumstances consent to sexual intercourse may be implied. For example in most Western countries until recently a woman was assumed to have given full consent on marriage to sexual intercourse with her husband, thus making it impossible for a husband to be guilty of raping his wife.
Rape and human rights
Probably for much of human history, rape, violence, and war have often occurred in connection with one another. In the twentieth century, the use of rape as a "weapon of war" has been well documented and addressed by NGOs as well as the United Nations, * and national governments.If the victim is under 18 the rapist may be charged with child abuse. More on [ Rape ]
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What if we did as much to prevent rape as we do to prevent H1N1? http://bit.ly/3FG5jU
abyss2hope (Marcella Chester) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:49:56 -0000
What if we did as much to prevent rape as we do to prevent H1N1? http://bit.ly/3FG5jU
@aeronett We need stringent laws for adultration & also their ruthless implementation. Adultration akin to rape & murder. Our kids' health?
zookybeans (Sandeep Singh Janjua) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:49:34 -0000
@aeronett We need stringent laws for adultration & also their ruthless implementation. Adultration akin to rape & murder. Our kids' health?
@chriswilliam_ why? cause my name is date rape?haha.or cause i am dressed in clubbing clothes just to go to the chemist? xox
Ruthie_Rawwrrr (Ruthie Held) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:49:07 -0000
@chriswilliam_ why? cause my name is date rape?haha.or cause i am dressed in clubbing clothes just to go to the chemist? xox
@Real_Mike_Tyson your a homo go rape some one you loser http://myloc.me/1mhJf
dustin_davis31 (dustin davis) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:49:07 -0000
@Real_Mike_Tyson your a homo go rape some one you loser http://myloc.me/1mhJf
@fauxasfck seriously, @namedropper posted this disgusting "joke" about the gang rape at Richmond High. I hope his asshole gets raped...
rococobaroque (LeAnne Smith) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:46:47 -0000
@fauxasfck seriously, @namedropper posted this disgusting "joke" about the gang rape at Richmond High. I hope his asshole gets raped...
Religion Notes: Nov. 6 - FayObserver.com: Religion Notes: Nov. 6FayObserver.comAll proceeds go to the Rape Cris.. http://bit.ly/4CpkVT
rapist (rapist) Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:21:20 -0000
Religion Notes: Nov. 6 - FayObserver.com: Religion Notes: Nov. 6FayObserver.comAll proceeds go to the Rape Cris.. http://bit.ly/4CpkVT
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A Place For You - APFY gives rape, sexual assault, and sexual abuse survivors a voice, connects them with other survivors, and provides resources for healing.
Aphrodite Wounded - Support and resources from a survivor. Focuses on partner rape. Includes a chat, forum, articles, and suggested reading.
Meta Description: [ Aphrodite Wounded offers information and validation to survivors of marital and partner rape, and those who care about them.Rape in relationships is very common. Although there is a popular belief that rape by a husband or boyfriend is not real rape, and does not do harm, victims suffer sometimes... ]
Male Rape Support Association (M.R.S.A.) - Providing support to male victims of rape and adult male survivors of childhood sexual abuse.
Over The Rainbow - A support site for survivors of rape, sexual abuse or any type of unwanted sexual contact.
Pregnant by Rape Information and Support - Information and resources for women currently facing pregnancy as a result of rape or who have faced it in the past. By a survivor who had and kept the child.
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Promote Truth Message Boards - To provide support and information about sexual violence issues for teens and their communities. Free message boards for victims/survivors, parents, teachers other professionals.
Support for Those Wrongly Accused of Sexual Assault - A site to share experiences and gain strength. A test site to find what is needed for those accused of rape or sexual assaults wrongly/ falsely.
Unlocking The Silence - A site for rape and sexual abuse survivors and their supporters.
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