Abuse

In recovery, you can give yourself the time, space and permission you need to find more comfort in yourself as you rebuild your relationship to sexuality.

Want to try and seek some closure through a discussion with an abuser or assailant? Here’s how to do it as safely as possible.

My parents’ relationship made me deeply insecure. Insecure about the way I looked, insecure about my future prospects, and mostly insecure in my romantic relationships.

My body language announces my distrust of people. This obviously makes it tremendously hard to start new relationships.

There was a text from him: “Sorry about last night.” There were calls. Then more texts: “Babe are you ok?” When I responded: “You raped me,” he stopped reaching out.

For those of us who struggle with social cues due to a history of trauma, autism, lack of socialization, or other factors, learning to identify potential signs of sexual coercion or impending sexual violence can be empowering.

Kayla developed substantial physical concerns after her trauma, has undergone extensive care for her symptoms, and has advice for those who may be struggling.

For survivors struggling with pelvic symptoms, pelvic physical therapy can be an invaluable component of a recovery journey.

Learn about the physical aftermath of sexual trauma, and what the research shows about some of sexual trauma’s long-term effects.

Grace is a survivor who has something to ask of you: she’s asking you not to spend time with people who have abused me or any other survivor you know. And she’s also telling you quite a lot about why.