When someone experiences harm, blame can be unfairly redirected onto them—this is victim shaming. It scrutinizes a person's actions, dress, or history instead of the perpetrator's behavior. This deflection protects abusers, upholds systemic biases, and lets bystanders avoid discomfort. Ultimately, it serves power structures, silencing survivors and discouraging others from seeking justice or support.
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