More than 50% of athletes report abuse, raising concerns

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- A growing body of research is offering a new look at athlete experiences — and experts say it shows a troubling reality: for many, safety is not guaranteed.

More than half of athletes report experiencing some form of abuse, according to a recent study , and professionals say the culture of sports can create conditions where harm goes unnoticed or unchallenged.