Rapists - Causes and Motivation

Causes and Motivation

Further information: Causes of sexual violence

There is no single theory that conclusively explains the motivation for rape; the motives of rapists can be multi-factorial and are subject to debate. Several factors have been proposed: anger, a desire for power, sadism, as well as sexual gratification and evolutionary pressures.

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