Most survivors of sexual and relationship violence disclose the assault or abuse to at least one other person, usually a friend. You can't rescue your friend or solve their problems. But being there to listen, believe, and positively support your friend can greatly(1/4)
Most survivors of sexual and relationship violence disclose the assault or abuse to at least one other person, usually a friend. You can't rescue your friend or solve their problems. But being there to listen, believe, and positively support your friend can greatly(1/4)
Most survivors of sexual and relationship violence disclose the assault or abuse to at least one other person, usually a friend. You can't rescue your friend or solve their problems. But being there to listen, believe, and positively support your friend can greatly(1/4)
influence their healing process. Here are a few tips for supporting someone who tells you they’ve been sexually assaulted or raped.
• Listen.
Believe them. Remind them that they’re not alone. Don’t judge or blame them for what happened.(2/4)
• Encourage them to get help
Encourage them to go to the hospital for medical attention as soon as possible.
• Don’t pressure them
It’s up to your friend to decide if they want to report the assault to the police or authorities. If they do decide to report it, (3/4)
you can help by offering to be there with them.(4/4)

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