Rape schedule is a concept in feminist theory used to describe the notion that women are conditioned to place restrictions on and/or make alterations to their daily lifestyles and behaviours as a result of constant fear of sexual assault.
[4] The concept has since been cited and discussed by feminist scholars across disciplines, including criminologist Jody Miller, lawyer Catharine MacKinnon, and philosopher Susan Griffin.
These individuals have speculated on the impact of rape schedule on women's freedom, access to rights, relationships with others, and self worth.
[5][6][7] Statistical analysis based on victim reporting can be used to demonstrate the prevalence of sexual assault in the United States.
[11] In a sociological model, privilege outlines the ways that these advantages are results of larger societal systems and demonstrative of social inequality.
[14] Rape schedule dictates that this fear often forces individuals to make alterations within their everyday life, shifting routines and limiting activity to conform with a level of invisibility that will provide protection.
[18] In an informal survey mentioned by Mary Dickson in her article, "A Woman's Worst Nightmare", many men reported that they do not feel fear when walking down the street.