Thus, this rapist is partially interested in the sexual act itself, but for the feelings of power and control they have over their victim. For the most part, the most important part of the act is not the sex, but the domination and control over a "weaker" individual. This type of rapist may use physical aggression against their victim, but not as an act of rage, rather as an act of domination and control. Often, these rapists fantasize about sexual conquests and rapes, and they may force the victim into repeated sexual acts during the rape. They also may fantasize about their sexual prowess with the victim overpowering her fear of her attacker. Birnbaum and Groth write, "The characteristic scenario is one in which the victim initially resists the sexual advances of her assailant; he overpowers her and achieves sexual penetration; in spite of herself, the victim cannot resist her assailant's sexual prowess and becomes sexually aroused and receptive to his embrace" (Groth 26). These rapists usually feel anxiety, excitement, and anticipate pleasure after the rape and before they plan their next attack. These rapists are often angry with themselves and see themselves as victims, which the therapist must address if the patients are to conquer their feelings of inadequacy and move on with their lives. This type of rapist effectively blends power and anger into a personality that derives pleasure from the victim's pain and torment. Experts Birnbaum and Groth note, "This offender finds the intentional maltreatment of his victim intensely gratifying and takes pleasure in her torment, anguish,...

The assault usually involves bondage and torture and frequently has a bizarre or ritualistic quality to it" (Birnbaum & Groth 44). This type of rapist often does not even commit a sex act, for them, the violence and pain of another is enough to gratify them physically and emotionally (Hollin 82). Sometimes these types of rapists target prostitutes and often premeditate their rapes, unlike the anger rapist, who usually rapes during a fit of intense rage. These rapists may also murder in their frenzy of lust and aggression. This type of rapist also often collects souvenirs or mementos of his victims, such as photographs.
In conclusion, there are several different types of rapists. Rapists commit their crimes for a psychological reason or thrill, not because of a sexual need or attraction. Rape is a crime of violence and violation, and understanding the mind of the rapist can help professionals deal with and treat the problem of rape more effectively. In fact, rape is often a crime associated with stress on other levels, as the research has shown. Removing some or all of the stress may create a more tolerant and tolerable individual who can function normally in society without the need for aggressive behavior toward others.