Publication Date
Spring 4-2010
School
College of Arts and Sciences
Major
Psychology: Clinical/Experimental
Primary Subject Area
Psychology, General
Disciplines
Clinical Psychology
Recommended Citation
Collins, Rachel D., "Narratives from Non-Profit Workers: The Journey of Helping Women Leave Prostitution" (2010). Senior Honors Theses. 120.
https://digitalcommons.liberty.edu/honors/120
Abstract
Prostitution is connected with several factors–abuse, low self-esteem, drugs, and homelessness. Many negative emotions are experienced while prostituting. The emotional and physical effects of prostitution can remain years after the woman has left prostitution. The process of leaving prostitution can be strenuous, and necessitates a strong support group. The narratives of service providers from organizations reaching out to prostitutes are examined. Through interviews, the journey of helping prostitutes were studied to find themes associated with supporting the prostitute’s exit from her previous life to the acclamation of a new lifestyle.
