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P092. Rape Myth Acceptance in China: A Systematic Review of the Evidence
Thu, September 4, 6:45 to 8:00pm, Other Venues, Poster VenueAbstract
This systematic review examines research on rape myth acceptance (RMA) in mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan, with the primary aims of providing a comprehensive overview of Chinese perspectives on rape myths, assessing measurement tools, identifying associated factors, and highlighting research gaps. As the first systematic study on this topic, it offers valuable insights into the development of rape myths in China. In total, five databases were searched: Scopus, ScienceDirect, JSTOR, ProQuest, and AIRITI Library. The inclusion criteria were restricted to peer-reviewed, quantitative studies involving Chinese populations (i.e. mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan) published in English or Chinese between 2000 and 2024. The initial search yielded 1,563 potential articles, which were reduced to 915 after removing duplicates. Following screening based on inclusion criteria, 17 studies were selected for critical data extraction and analysis. Findings identified key sociocultural and demographic correlates of RMA in China, including adversarial sexual beliefs (ASB), sex role stereotyping (SRS), Chinese cultural norms, gender, age, and educational levels. Similarly, commonly used RMA measurement tools in China, such as the Illinois Rape Myth Acceptance Scale and the Male Rape Myth Acceptance Scale, were reviewed. Overall, the findings show that RMA research remains in its early stages in China. Further studies are therefore needed to enhance public awareness, refine measurement tools, and explore predictors and correlates such that culturally tailored interventions addressing RMA in Chinese society can be developed. Additionally, to further enrich and deepen the overall understanding of rape myths research in China, a qualitative systematic review of such issues will soon be conducted.