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What Is Sexual Abuse?

Resources to Help Identify What Is Sexual Abuse

  • domesticshelters.org
  • Apr 28, 2021
What Is Sexual Abuse?
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Sexual abuse is any unwanted sexual contact obtained by force, threats or when a victim is unable to consent.

We've prepared a toolkit to help you understand what sexual abuse is so you can better assess and understand your situation. You can download the toolkit here, or by using the pink VIEW TOOLKIT button above.

Inside you’ll find links to helpful articles, recommended books, checklists, relevant survivor survey results, support communities and how to find help.

Remember, survivors are strong, capable and perseverant. Help is out there, though, and it’s important for survivors to know they don’t have to tackle the healing process alone.

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