Feelings Caused by Sexual Harassment

  1. Overview
  2. Sexual Harassment
  3. Feelings Caused by Sexual Harassment

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

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