Abuse

Abuse has been, is or will be a part of life for more people than not. What is it, and what different kinds of abuse are there? How do you tell the difference between someone or a relationship just being crummy and abuse? How do you protect yourself or get away from abuse? How can you heal? How do you make sure that you aren’t abusive? This section answers these kinds of questions and concerns.

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Articles and Advice in this area:

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  • SIECUS

Saying no to sex when you want to is a given. But what if you CAN’T say no? What if, the next day, you don’t even remember being asked, or how you got to where you are, or who you were with? Worse still, what if you DON’T wake up at all? Find out about date rape drugs and what you can do to protect yourself and your friends.

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  • Heather Corinna

Help understanding what rape is and isn’t, and in-depth information about what to do if you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted.

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  • Suzeanne Peak

Never believe: “I love you, it will never happen again.” It will happen, again and again and again, unless someone puts a stop to it.