The Trauma & Mental Health Report is an online magazine published out of York University, in Toronto. We aim to share stories and knowledge on topics related to trauma and mental health with the community.
All content for The Trauma & Mental Health Report Podcast is the property of traumareport and is served directly from their servers
with no modification, redirects, or rehosting. The podcast is not affiliated with or endorsed by Podjoint in any way.
The Trauma & Mental Health Report is an online magazine published out of York University, in Toronto. We aim to share stories and knowledge on topics related to trauma and mental health with the community.
Male Rape Myths: What You Know, and What You Think You Know
The Trauma & Mental Health Report Podcast
43 minutes 7 seconds
4 months ago
Male Rape Myths: What You Know, and What You Think You Know
In this episode of the Trauma and Mental Health podcast series, we are joined by contributing writer Suliana Beraki and Dr. Kenneth Widanaralalage, a lecturer in forensic psychology at King’s College London. Dr. Widanaralalage discusses his article, “I Didn't Feel Like a Victim,” providing valuable insights into the challenges faced by individuals who have experienced sexual violations. We explore the concept of rape myths, examining how they are socially constructed and the various factors that make it difficult for some male survivors to recognize, confront, and cope with their experiences.
Join us as we delve into topics such as secondary victimization, interactions with law enforcement, and societal perceptions of masculinity. Dr. Widanaralalage also shares perspectives on how we can move forward—offering some ideas for peers, mental health professionals, and law enforcement on challenging harmful stereotypes and fostering safer, more supportive spaces for male survivors and others with similar experiences.
The Trauma & Mental Health Report Podcast
The Trauma & Mental Health Report is an online magazine published out of York University, in Toronto. We aim to share stories and knowledge on topics related to trauma and mental health with the community.