Defining consent and the psychology behind the ‘Cornell 7’ rape case

An alleged rape involving a Cornell student and a local fraternity has brought issues of consent and survivor psychology into the public spotlight. The case centers on the victim's initial self-blame before she ultimately decided to report the alleged assault.

The incident, commonly referred to in coverage as the 'Cornell 7' case, highlights the complex psychological barriers survivors face when processing sexual assault and determining whether to come forward to authorities.