What life patterns make sexual violence against women less likely?

Far too many women around the world are enduring the real-life horror of abuse — including sexual violence — at the hands of men who ought to be their companions, co-workers, confidantes and greatest supporters.

The consequences of even a single sexual assault are enduring, let alone the kind of chronic abuse victimization far too many endure.

Understanding, therefore, why violence against women happens — and what conditions make it more or less likely — should be among the most important societal questions to investigate. Link to full story here.