How Do You Support A Rape Victim?

Rape is a prevalent crime that affects women and men in many different situations. As an educated friend, your friendship can be the first step towards physical and emotional healing for anyone you know who has experienced this form of personal violation. BELIEVE THE VICTIM!

Rape is one of the least reported crimes in the United States. Besides the obvious personal shame that comes from being a victim of rape, many rape victims feel that no one will believe them. The fact that your friend trusts you enough to tell you is the hardest step for a victim to go through.

NEVER BLAME THE VICTIM! No one, absolutely no one deserves rape. No matter what safety measures they did or did not take.

No matter whom they decided to date or befriend. No matter where they walked, how they dressed, how much they drank, no one deserves that personal invasion against their will. The victim is blaming her/himself.

Individuals in society, including many medical and legal professionals blame her/him. Be the ... more.

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