Some studies have found that 61 percent of men believe women give consent nonverbally through body language, though only 10 percent of women say they give consent through body language cues. To which issue are these finds related?

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The findings suggest a need for improved consent policies advocating "only yes means yes," which would require explicit verbal consent from both parties before engaging in sexual activities. This would address the misconception that nonverbal cues constitute consent, which could lead to sexual assault and other forms of sexual violence.

Some Studies Have Found That 61 Percent of Men Believe