PS 353 The Psychology of Sexual Aggression

This course is designed to provide you with a general introduction to the psychology of sexual assault and the response of the criminal justice system to sex crimes. This course will examine the psychological impact of sexual assault on victims as well as the psychology of perpetrators of sexual assault. Topics covered will include sexual assault definitions and myths, victim response and recovery, profiles of rapists and child molesters, as well as prosecution and treatment of sexual offenders.

Credits

3