Sexual harassment can cause victims to feel:
- Powerless, helpless, guilt and anger
- Self-blame, depression, lowered self-esteem
- Isolation
- Rejection by peers
- Concern about their mental and physical well-being
At school, sexual harassment can cause:
- Inability to concentrate
- Lower grades
- Withdrawal from courses
- Changing majors
- Absenteeism
- Dropping out of school
In the workplace, sexual harassment can cause/lead to:
- Decreased productivity
- Denial of advancement and/or benefits
- Retaliation by harasser
- Loss of income or job