In Trying to Explain What Causes Sexual Assault in a Society,the

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In trying to explain what causes sexual assault in a society,the two best theories that have been tested and appear to explain a great deal about why men sexually assault are feminist theory and the theory of psychopathology of sex offenders.

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Definitions:

Infantile Amnesia

The inability of adults to recall memories from early childhood, typically before the age of three or four.

Theory of Mind

The ability to attribute mental states—beliefs, intents, desires, emotions, knowledge—to oneself and others and to understand that others have beliefs, desires, and intentions that are different from one's own.

Object Permanence

The understanding that objects continue to exist even when they cannot be seen, heard, or otherwise sensed, a concept developed in early infancy.

Insecure Attachment

A problematic bond between a child and caregiver characterized by fear, anxiety, or uncertainty.