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A few things worth knowing (Or, a few ways to help a survivor of sexual assault)
Responding to a disclosure of sexual assault can be a terrifying prospect. Just as for the victim/survivor herself, the supporter who hears the testimony of sexual assault can experience overwhelming emotions of shock, horror, disbelief, grief, anger, fear and distress. … Continue reading
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Tagged care, how to, love, rape, recovery, sexual assault, sexual violence, support, survival, testimony, violence against women
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To those who support us, I say THANK YOU
Supporting a survivor of sexual assault is no easy task. I can’t really know what it’s like, on the other side. The loving family member or friend who is restricted to the periphery as their loved one implodes, explodes and … Continue reading
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Tagged care, lifelines, rape, recovery, resilience, sexual assault, sexual terrorism, sexual violence, support, testimony, victimhood, violence against women
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