Statistically speaking, who is more likely to commit a crime of rape?
A) John, age 21, frequently watches online porn, hopes to find a future wife who is into traditional female roles such as taking care of the house, kids, and willing to be a stay-home mother when the kids are young
B) Jacob, age 34, doesn't watch porn, stay-home father, has been experiencing a bout of depression
C) Jim, age 40, grew up in an abusive home, works as a women's studies professor, occasionally watches lesbian porn
D) Jennifer, age 31, sexually abused as a child, enjoys bondage and sadomasochist type of sex, currently in a long term relationship with her partner.

Question

Statistically speaking, who is more likely to commit a crime of rape?
A) John, age 21, frequently watches online porn, hopes to find a future wife who is into traditional female roles such as taking care of the house, kids, and willing to be a stay-home mother when the kids are young
B) Jacob, age 34, doesn't watch porn, stay-home father, has been experiencing a bout of depression
C) Jim, age 40, grew up in an abusive home, works as a women's studies professor, occasionally watches lesbian porn
D) Jennifer, age 31, sexually abused as a child, enjoys bondage and sadomasochist type of sex, currently in a long term relationship with her partner.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

While it is important to recognize that there is no specific 'profile' of a rapist and that anyone can commit this crime, research has shown that individuals who frequently consume violent porn are more likely to hold attitudes and beliefs that normalize and even encourage sexual violence against women. Additionally, individuals who hold more traditional gender role attitudes (such as the desire for a stay-at-home wife) may also be more likely to have beliefs that contribute to a culture of rape and sexual violence.

Statistically Speaking, Who Is More Likely to Commit a Crime