Overview

• A University College London study surveyed 1,729 UK residents aged 18-25 on their views about non-consensual condom removal, known as 'stealthing'.
• The study found that while 99% of respondents considered it wrong, only 88% identified it as sexual assault.
• Around half of the participants supported prison sentences for offenders, with opinions varying based on relationship context and consequences.
• Men were less likely than women to view 'stealthing' as sexual assault, according to adjusted survey results.
• Researchers hope the findings will inform future sexual health campaigns and legislation to better support affected individuals.