Children and Teens: Statistics

Child sexual abuse is a widespread problem. One in nine girls and 1 in 53 boys under the age of 18 experience sexual abuse or assault at the hands of an adult. 

Survivor Spotlight: Elizabeth

Elizabeth shares her experience as a survivor of teen dating violence, which began with her first boyfriend at age 15. 

Spread the Word on Social Media

College and high school students can help RAINN educate other students about sexual assault prevention and recovery. 

Warning Signs for College-Age Adults

Whether you are a parent, professor, administrator, or student—you can make a difference in someone’s life by noticing the warning signs of sexual assault and abusive relationships.

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Tips for Talking with Survivors of Sexual Assault

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Staying Safe on Campus

 Sexual violence can happen to anyone, and it’s not the only crime that can occur on a college campus. We can all take steps to increase safety on college campuses.

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Intimate Partner Sexual Violence

A perpetrator can have any relationship to a victim, and that includes the role of an intimate partner. 

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Warning Signs for Teens

If you are involved in the lives of adolescents, you can learn to recognize warning signs that a teen has been sexually assaulted or abused.

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Talking to Your Kids About Sexual Assault

Conversations about sexual assault can be a part of the safety conversations you’re already having, like knowing when to speak up, how to take care of friends, and listening to your gut.

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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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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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Survivor Spotlight: Child Sexual Abuse

Dani’s story shines a light on memories that were hidden for almost 30 years

Talking to Your Kids About Sexual Assault

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How Can I Protect My Child From Sexual Assault?

There is no foolproof way to protect children from sexual abuse, but there are steps you can take to reduce this risk.

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If Your Child May Be Harming Another Child

If you suspect or know that your child has acted inappropriately or hurt another child, it is imperative that you take steps to ensure the safety of others.

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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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