Multiple-Perpetrator Sexual Assault

Multiple-perpetrator sexual assault, sometimes called gang rape, occurs when two or more perpetrators act together to sexually assault the same victim.

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Receiving Medical Attention

After sexual assault, a medical exam can check for help check for injuries, even those you may not be able to see.

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Drug-Facilitated Sexual Assault

In cases of drug-facilitated sexual assault, survivors often blame themselves. Remember—you are not to blame. You are the only one allowed to make choices for your body. Using drugs or alcohol is never an excuse for assault and does not mean that it was your fault.

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What Consent Looks Like

The laws vary by state and situation, but you don’t have to be a legal expert to understand how consent plays out in real life.  

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Sexual Assault of Men and Boys

Men and boys who have been sexually assaulted or abused may also face some additional challenges because of social attitudes and stereotypes about men and masculinity.

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Child Sexual Abuse

When a perpetrator intentionally harms a minor physically, psychologically, sexually, or by acts of neglect, the crime is known as child abuse.

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Adult Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse

Many perpetrators of sexual abuse are in a position of trust or responsible for the child’s care, such as a family member, teacher, clergy member, coach, or other children such as older siblings.  

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Tips for Talking with Survivors of Sexual Assault

It’s not always easy to know what to say when someone tells you they’ve been sexually assaulted, especially if they are a friend or family member.

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Military Sexual Trauma

Military Sexual Trauma, or MST, is the term used by the Department of Veteran Affairs to describe the effects of sexual violence experienced by a military Service member.

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Flashbacks

During a flashback, memories of past traumas feel as if they are taking place in the current moment.

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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

After a traumatic event, it is typical to have feelings of anxiety, stress, or fear, making it difficult to adjust or cope for some time afterwards.

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Dissociation

Dissociation is one of the many defense mechanisms the brain can use to cope with the trauma of sexual violence.

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Eating Disorders

Sexual violence can affect survivors in many ways, including perceptions of the body and feelings of control.

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Receiving Medical Attention

After sexual assault, a medical exam can check for help check for injuries, even those you may not be able to see.

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Self-Care After Trauma

Whether it happened recently or years ago, self care can help you cope with the short- and long-term effects of a trauma like sexual assault.

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Self-Harm

Deliberate self-harm, or self-injury, is when a person inflicts physical harm on himself or herself, usually in secret. 

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Sexually Transmitted Infections

A sexually transmitted infection (STI) is a bacterial or viral infection passed from one person to another through vaginal, anal, or oral contact.

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Receiving Medical Attention

After sexual assault, a medical exam can check for help check for injuries, even those you may not be able to see.

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What Is a Sexual Assault Forensic Exam?

During a sexual assault forensic exam, a trained healthcare professional can collect DNA evidence from your body, clothes, and other personal belongings.

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Self-Care After Trauma

Whether it happened recently or years ago, self care can help you cope with the short- and long-term effects of a trauma like sexual assault.

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Self-Care After Trauma

Whether it happened recently or years ago, self care can help you cope with the short- and long-term effects of a trauma like sexual assault.

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How Can Therapy Help?

If you decide to seek support from a therapist after sexual assault or abuse, you may have some questions. That’s perfectly normal. Working with a therapist can help you deal with some of the challenges you may be facing.

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Safety Planning

Brainstorming ways to stay safe may help reduce the risk of future harm. 

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Help Someone You Care About

There are many ways that you can help a friend or family member who has been affected by sexual violence.

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Sexual Assault

Sexual assault can take many different forms and be defined in different ways, but one thing remains the same: it’s never the victim’s fault.

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Self-Care After Trauma

Whether it happened recently or years ago, self care can help you cope with the short- and long-term effects of a trauma like sexual assault.

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Reporting to Law Enforcement

Understanding how to report and learning more about the experience can take away some of the unknowns and help you feel more prepared.

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Receiving Medical Attention

After sexual assault, a medical exam can check for help check for injuries, even those you may not be able to see.

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Dissociation

Dissociation is one of the many defense mechanisms the brain can use to cope with the trauma of sexual violence.

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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

After a traumatic event, it is typical to have feelings of anxiety, stress, or fear, making it difficult to adjust or cope for some time afterwards.

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Flashbacks

During a flashback, memories of past traumas feel as if they are taking place in the current moment.

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Self-Care After Trauma

Whether it happened recently or years ago, self care can help you cope with the short- and long-term effects of a trauma like sexual assault.

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Flashbacks

During a flashback, memories of past traumas feel as if they are taking place in the current moment.

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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

After a traumatic event, it is typical to have feelings of anxiety, stress, or fear, making it difficult to adjust or cope for some time afterwards.

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Self-Care After Trauma

Whether it happened recently or years ago, self care can help you cope with the short- and long-term effects of a trauma like sexual assault.

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Airport Security for Survivors

Airport security can be stressful for any traveler, but for some survivors of sexual assault the security screening process is a little more sensitive.

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