Blaming the Victim

The Darker Side of Greek Myths

Vicky Alvear Shecter | Posted 03.30.2012

Vicky Alvear Shecter

It's not my place to shatter the illusion that the Greek myths are anything other than outrageously fascinating and fun stories from worlds long gone.Yet by telling these stories, I wonder if I'm somehow contributing to a culture that continues to blame the victims of violence.

Victim Blaming: An All-Too-Common Response To Sexual Assault

Hayley Rose Horzepa | Posted 11.17.2011

Hayley Rose Horzepa

Healing from sexual assault is very difficult, especially when your friends and family not only invalidate your claims but blame you for being raped. Victim blaming, however, is a huge part of our culture.

Haiti: Why No One Should Blame the Victims

Barbara Dehn | Posted 05.25.2011

Barbara Dehn

Recently, I heard someone in the grocery store blaming the victims, saying "Well, what do expect when they use shoddy construction and don't do things right?" I was incredulous.

Two Scholars Ask: What if Marriage Is Bad for Us?

Bella DePaulo | Posted 11.17.2011

Bella DePaulo

Marriage is not for everyone, and people who want to stay single should not be targeted with singlism because of it.

Bella Is a Lousy Role Model, but Do We Only Care Because She's a Girl?

Scott Mendelson | Posted 05.25.2011

Scott Mendelson

What is worth noting is that all of these male characters are basically users and abusers of their friends, family, and lovers. Yet Bella is attacked in various circles because she allows herself to be abused and used.