An examination of differences between multiple- and single-incident victims of sexual assault.

Examined differences between 25 multiple- and 25 single-incident victims of sexual assault using demographic data and a 117-item interview that assessed functioning prior to the current rape. Multiple-incident Ss were poorer and more transient than were single-incident Ss. Multiple-incident Ss also had a history of more frequent victimization other than rape and were significantly more dysfunctional in their personal and interpersonal adjustment. They reported more problems with depression, and 52% had attempted suicide. Comparisons of events leading up to and surrounding the current rape for these 2 groups were not significant. (10 ref) (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved)