Forensic Reporting

A sexological medico-legal report is a comprehensive document that integrates various scientific fields to assess the full impact of an injury or trauma on an individual’s sexual health and relationships. It’s a critical tool in legal proceedings, as it goes beyond physical harm to document the often-overlooked consequences on parenthood, relationships, and sexual functioning. By drawing on various sub-disciplines of sexology, the report provides an objective, scientific analysis of the damage to a person’s quality of life.

Supporting Cases of Accidents and Medical Negligence

​In cases of accidents and medical negligence, these reports are vital for establishing a clear link between a physical injury and its sexual and relational consequences. For example, a report might detail how an accident causing a spinal cord injury could lead to sexual dysfunction by affecting the nervous system. The report would also examine:

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• Hormonal Imbalances: How trauma to the brain or endocrine system might disrupt hormone production, potentially impacting libido or sexual function.

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• Chronic Pain: How persistent pain from an injury could make sexual activity difficult or impossible, which may affect intimacy and relational satisfaction.

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• Genital or Pelvic Damage: The direct impact of physical trauma or a medical procedure on sexual performance, fertility, and the capacity for pleasure.

The report also addresses secondary psychological effects, such as a change in body image or sexual self-image, that could affect a person's ability to form or maintain relationships. This provides evidence for claims that encompass the full extent of the harm.

Supporting Cases of Sexual Trauma

For individuals who have experienced sexual trauma or abuse, a sexological report provides an analysis of the psychological and physical consequences. The report can document how trauma may have contributed to specific sexual dysfunctions or affected the individual's sexual identity. It also addresses the potential development of severe anxiety, depression, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), which could lead to a fear of intimacy and an inability to form trusting relationships. In certain legal contexts, a report may also analyze the sexual behaviors or motivations of a perpetrator (if known) to offer expert insight that can be useful for legal strategy.

Supporting Cases of Discrimination

Sexological reports can also be instrumental in cases of discrimination based on age, gender, and sexual orientation by providing a professional assessment of the harm caused.

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• Age: The report can document how age-based stereotypes or discrimination may affect an individual's sexual self-worth and relational satisfaction, impacting their quality of life.

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• Gender: In cases of gender-based harassment, the report can analyze the psychological impact on a person's gender identity and self-esteem. It can detail how discriminatory actions may contribute to body image issues or gender dysphoria, potentially affecting the individual's mental health and their ability to function. 

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• Sexual Orientation: A report can document how a hostile environment or harassment based on orientation may contribute to psychological trauma, such as depression, anxiety, or social withdrawal. It explains how these factors could prevent an individual from forming healthy relationships, thereby offering evidence of the emotional and sexual harm caused by discriminatory behavior.

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