| Male Students | Female Students | |
|---|---|---|
| Didn't Do Anthing | 59 | 44 |
| Talked to Family Member | 20 | 32 |
| Talked to One or More Friends | 15 | 29 |
| Reported Incident to School Authority | 5 | 12 |
| Contacted Police | 2 | 1 |
Actions Taken by Sexually Harassed
Percent of Student Victims Taking Action After Being Sexually Harassed
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For secondary-school students, the action most taken by victims of sexually harassment is no action. This is especially the case for boys, with close to two-in-three never reporting harassment incidents; much of the harassment experienced by boys is teasing about or accusations of homosexuality. This low-reporting trend, evinced in all actions, suggests boys feel their claims would be less accepted.