For many survivors of sexual assault, talking with others and telling the story about what happened can be a crucial first step of the healing process.

After experiencing sexual violence in a place that was previously considered protected, some survivors can have trouble regaining a sense of safety at home.

Survivors of sexual assault may feel anxiety, stress, or fear for some time after experiencing a traumatic life event.

When Keith Wheeler was just 11 years old, he was molested at the hands of his music teacher. Keith never told his family and as he grew older, he turned to marijuana and alcohol to cope. “I wanted — no, needed — to block out the pain,” he explains.

Whether you or someone you love has been affected by sexual assault, it’s crucial to have a support system in place.

Pearl shares her story of recovery following abuse and self-harm

One woman shares hope after an abusive relationship

To bring attention to the crime, survivors Katy, Diane and Marianne are speaking out this month, which is National Stalking Awareness Month.

Those who have experienced abuse or assault by a relative can find the holidays particularly challenging, as a family gathering means coming face-to-face with his or her perpetrator.

The Justice Department estimates that 1.6 million youth run away each year. One of the issues that many runaways face is sexual violence; this is why Angela Kempe is sharing her story now, during National Runaway Prevention Month.