Ethicists deplore the behavior and attempt to set it in an ethical context. Lawyers sue those engaging in the behavior. Insurance companies maneuver to protect themselves from lawsuits resulting from this behavior. Educators endeavor to teach that such behavior is wrong. Legislators write laws to punish sexual misconduct, and courts apply their laws.
Medical boards attempt to evaluate and punish such behavior.
Some professionals spend much of their lives studying sexual misconduct and writing about it in professional journals. Interest groups provide support to victims and perpetrators and attempt to influence legislative decisions. And, of course, journalists and newspapers want to publicize such behavior. Almost the entire book consists of the views and recommendations of these varied players. With one exception, much of the material is familiar.