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Rape is a severe problem in the United States. Over the past ten years, rape has been the only crime that has continuously increased, and has been the fastest growing violent crime in the country. ... To examine why these numbers are so astronomical, and to put an end to rape, we must look at why our society produces so many rapes.
Rape is defined as forced contact or penetration of the anus, vagina, or mouth by any object or body part. Rape is usually categorized in three main ways: Stranger Rape, in which the victim does not know the rapist, Acquaintance Rape, when the victim does know the rapist, and lastly Marital Rape. Rape is a serious problem in our country, and must be stopped. But first, the severity of the problem must be realized in order to put an end to it. ... Our culture is considered by many to be a “Rape Culture,” meaning that our society actually encourages rape. We grow up in an environment in which rape is not only the norm, but is also necessary. ...
Another factor that contributes to the problem as well is language. ...
On a personal note, as a student at this university I can greatly see the every day pressures of “The Rape Culture” at work. ... This is a very horrible but real problem with our society today. It seems that men have so much pressure put on them to have sex, and to achieve their "goal," they will do anything to do it, and this inevitably leads to rape.
Understanding the theory of "Rape Culture" helps us better understand why rape takes place indirectly, however we can break it down more thoroughly and examine what directly causes rape. ... Four percent are anger rapists, and use rape as a way of releasing angry feelings. ...
Pornography is another thing that may lead to rape. ...
Another direct cause of rape is perhaps because men feel a more intense desire for intimacy.
Approximate Word count = 1565
Approximate Pages = 6.3
(250 words per page double spaced)
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