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Study Reveals Alarming Rates of Sexual Strangulation in Young Australians

4/7/2025

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A shocking study reveals that 57% of young Australians have faced sexual strangulation, with 51% confessing to strangling a partner. Many wrongly assume that low-pressure acts are safe with consent, but even slight pressure can lead to severe injuries. This alarming trend underscores the urgent need for comprehensive education on the dangers of sexual strangulation.

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A shocking study reveals that 57% of young Australians have faced sexual strangulation, with 51% confessing to strangling a partner. Many wrongly assume that low-pressure acts are safe with consent, but even slight pressure can lead to severe injuries. This alarming trend underscores the urgent need for comprehensive education on the dangers of sexual strangulation.