Sexual Abuse

Sexual abuse deeply affects our view of ourselves, allowing shame to be one of our most familiar experiences. It can leave us feeling as if parts of ourselves have been stolen, vandalized, or have died.

Use the questions below as a self-reflective guide.

Have you…

had someone force sexual experiences on you?

been manipulated into sexual activity with someone who has power over you including age, size, employment status, or authority?

been uncomfortable with someone in sexual activity but felt too scared to say anything?

been exposed to images, body parts, language, or touch when you were not expecting it?

been lured into unwanted sexual acts with someone?