RAPE VICTIMS CAN BE MALE!!

Rape Victims Can Also Be Male…
Some Rape Victims have to deal with more than
being a victim. For some, it's the fact that they're a man.
People who know very little about male rape believe
most victims are prisoners, homosexuals, or little kids.
They're wrong.
Experts believe that 10% of all rape victims are men.
And men who are raped face a natural aftermath of
anger, self-doubt and fear. Just like women.
Because they're men, and because people believe men
"don't get raped, " victims are especially hesitant to
report the crime.
Adult male victims face a greater degree of violence with
rape, and the amount of force used increases with the
victim's age.
Lives are often threatened.
Homosexuality has nothing to do with male rape.
The majority of victims are heterosexual; likewise for
offenders.
And, there is no reason for a victim's sexual identity to
change.
What is important to remember is sexual arousal is
a physiological reaction that can be triggered by
fear as well as desire.
It in no way means a victim enjoyed being attacked.
Regardless of whether you intend to prosecute,
you should have medical evidence collected with 48
hours.
Sadly, there is no easy answer.
Assault victims have different ways of coping and recover
at different rates.
However, most say that in the months following their attack,
they feel up one day, down the next.
At first, some feel dirty or guilty.
Most feel fearful.
Angry.
Depressed.
Out of control.
Unable to cope.
Reactions may continue to appear from six weeks to a
year or more.
Symptoms may come and go, which is a sign of adjustment.
Unfortunately, Kansas isn't one of the few states that
recognize men can be raped. Still, victims have legal
support. Under Kansas statute, male rape is considered
aggravated criminal sodomy.
ACS is a Class B felony, the same as rape, and is
punishable by imprisonment and a fine. The state will
represent you in any criminal trial of ACS through
the local county attorney's office.

DO NOT HIDE IF THIS HAS HAPPENED
TO YOU!!! SPEAK UP!!!!
We have to join together and stop RAPE in
whatever form.