The Pelicot case: The psychology of a rapist

No one can deny that being raped is one of the most distressing, horrendous and demeaning experiences anyone could have. It almost always leaves the victim with feelings of self-loathing, self-blame and rage, and can cause post-traumatic syndrome disorder (PTSD).

But have you ever wondered about rapists, like Dominique Pelicot who in December 2024 received a 20 year jail sentence for mass rape? 

Why do men rape?

This is a complicated question with multiple answers, as several factors play roles in producing a rapist.

A sexual assaulter can be any kind of person. This statement isn't meant to make everyone scared of everyone else; rather, it just means that there isn't one specific type who commits such kinds of crimes.

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