Sexual Harassment Essay

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Sexual Harassment/Assault is a growing issue in the U.S. In this paper I will highlight the meaning of sexual harassment, some of the signs, behavior theories, and concepts of being sexually harassed. The history of sexual harassment dates back to slave days when it didn’t really have a meaning or name but women activist were protesting against it. I will explore the statistics of sexual harassment and how it occurs more common in women. Also I will connect my personal experiences as a teenager dealing with my sister being sexually harassed at her first job. Research shows that women are more affected by being sexually harassed or abused especially when it happens at their job. They find it more difficult to carry on after they have been harassed and to move on comfortably. This issue usually has a more long term effect on women then it would have on men. Men are usually the ones who initiate any sexual act that’s going to take place. Therefore it’s more common to find that the men are harassing the women not saying it’s never vice versa but women are shown more in my research. My personal experiences aren’t exactly direct but it gave me a firsthand view on how this issue is sometimes hard to recognize but very prominent in society today. Studies show that being sexually harassed can effect and devastate your psychological health, physical well-being and vocational development. Therefore it’s better to be aware of the history, and behavioral concepts of this issue to avoid it from happening to you. Sexual Harassment is a growing problem in today's workplace. The signs and causes of harassment are not always easy to detect. There are a growing number of cases through statistics and actual cases that’s been headlined in news rep... ... middle of paper ... ... years working there to find inner peace within her and get on with her life. Therefore as the research shows women are more affected by this common issue daily and this has to stop. Sexual harassment/Abuse in the workplace is a major issue in the U.S. today and is changing lives forever. Trust I’m still affected to this day because I feel the blame of not being aware of these issues at an earlier age. I feel as if everyone should research the signs and behaviors of this issue so they can be aware of how to deal with it. This would be very smart for people to do because coping with it is the hardest part so knowing the behaviors before it happens is beneficial. Better safe than sorry is what they say but in this case my sister was sorry. Therefore, it’s better to be aware of how serious sexual harassment can be and how this is a growing issue in today’s workplace.

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