What are the victim’s physical reactions and state of mind?
She may have concerns about pregnancy, venereal diseases and AIDS. Physical reactions may include fatigue, sleep disturbances, stomach pains, nausea, vaginal discharge, itching and burning and other types of pains.
Emotional reactions are flashbacks, nightmares, poor concentration, memory loss, guilt/self-blame, shame, anger, vulnerability, appetite change, fear, anxiety, denial and lack of trust.
After a period of time the victim is likely to suffer one of the following symptoms if she does not get proper support:
1. withdrawal
2. lowered self-esteemed, feeling dirty, powerless, naïve, stupid
3. restricted mobility, phobia, fear of being alone, fear of darkness
4. depression / restricted effects: wariness, emotional
5. sexual dysfunction: fear of sex, numbing, sometimes promiscuity
Everybody should take a serious view of the damage done to a rape victim and should treat her with great care and sensitivity. A person’s life may be ruined if it is not handled in proper way after this traumatic experience.
The writer urges government and non-government bodies to study this matter seriously and to explore how where rehabilitation of these unfortunate group of people can be speeded up so that they can live life with confidence.
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