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The series Harassment, based on the book "The Farce and Crimes of Roger Abdelmassih", involves the doctor who specializes in human reproduction. The plot consists of 10 episodes that portray the violence suffered by patients in the years that Roger practiced his profession.
Based on this storyline, S2 Consultoria, which specializes in Human Risk Behavior, has come up with a solution to this dilemma.
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If we trace the profile of the harasser, we can include some of Roger's actions. The office was full of luxury and beauty, as well as the cordial and articulate treatment the doctor offered, involving the victim and her spouse as an almost irrefutable offer to close the deal.
Another relevant factor was the "fame" of remaining a pioneer in artificial insemination, as well as close relationships with important individuals and linking "cases" of success with celebrities.
This cycle of "friendships" made him feel more "powerful", and this "POWER" is directly linked to the characterization of harassment, linking this imposition to the victim, being CRUCIAL for his patients to remain silent in the midst of the situations they experienced.
During the investigation of the case, in parallel with the series, it was also found that Roger chose his victims, he preferred people who had difficulties in obtaining the full cost of the procedure or who asked for a discount, so that if he carried out his practices there would be no disputes, because the victim would remain silent in order to obtain the embryos.
The doctor brought with him the emotional factor of the victim, taking advantage of the patient's vulnerability under the effect of a sedative to consummate the sexual violence, making the victim unsure if the act had taken place, so as to prevent future accusations. However, many of his actions took place without sedatives and were not linked to the procedure, but the shame, the desire to fulfill his dream and the high financial investment meant that he returned to the clinic even for patients who had already been raped by Roger.
We can add to the harasser's profile that his actions were manifested earlier. Roger became a victim while he was a resident in a hospital, and arranged to commit the actions without a witness, keeping the patient in bed-sharing with a visually impaired woman. Investigators believe that Roger chose the profession to satisfy his desires, classifying him as a psychopath.
You see, the violence that took place was not only directed at the sexual act, but the psychological factor and contrary actions such as attempts at caresses and coercion complement the scenario.
The series also shows the consequences of harassment for each victim, which illustrates the reality with milder or more intense recoveries. The most common feeling is guilt at having triggered some behavior of interest that justifies the harasser's actions. The fear of having a sexual relationship also exists, damaging married life and in other cases leading to divorce.
There are more aggravating situations for victims who are unable to react or ask for help, leading to isolation, depression, self-mutilation and even suicide. Even for victims who have the courage to share their experiences with their spouses, they are often not understood and end up being judged, while they should receive support. This makes the recovery process arduous and requires professional psychological help to manage the trauma.
Harassment is more than violence at a given moment, it is the summary of the entire process that the victim will have to go through in order to continue. S2 Consultoria supports the dissemination of knowledge so that by raising awareness we can help exterminate harassing behavior, whether sexual or moral.
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