This focus investigates the effects of rape trauma on women in the Rakai District of south-western Uganda from the perspective of their own culture. Data was gathered through semi-structured interviews with female rape survivors, analysed using computer coding and verified through discussion of preliminary results with participants in a feedback meeting. Results indicate that female rape survivors in Uganda experience a multitude of symptoms as a result of their rape, including fear of disease, physical problems, emotional/cognitive difficulties, negative social changes (including relational and sexual impacts), occupational difficulties, lack of security, shame (including issues of secrecy and reporting) and loss of choice.
From: Agenda 74 (2007)
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