Rape & Sexual Abuse Articles & Essays

Rape and Sexual Abuse Articles & Essays

In connection with Pandora's Aquarium, a message board & chat room for rape and sexual abuse survivors,

we have written a collected a number of essays and articles for survivors and those wanting to learn more.

The articles deal with rape, sexual abuse, and the issues common for survivors in the aftermath of sexual violence.

We hope you find these articles useful.

What is rape? Definitions and links to state-by-state statutes.

What is sexual assault?

What is sexual abuse? Including child sexual abuse

Rape, Sexual Abuse, & Sexual Assault

If you have just been raped. Tips on what to do after rape or sexual assault.

Was it My Fault? Self-blame and Survivors. Rape and sexual abuse victims often blame themselves for what happened and ask. Please know that it was not your fault

Common Responses to Trauma - and Coping Strategies

For Survivors of Gang Rape

Rape and Pregnancy. Pregnant after rape and wondering what to do?

Memory and Abuse. Discusses "false memory syndrome" and child sexual abuse.

For women survivors of intimate partner rape. Were you raped by a spouse or partner?

Real Rape: What Nobody's Telling You: Real rape isn't usually violent, and the rapist is often someone you know.

Self-Care

The Invisible Epidemic: Post-traumatic Stress Disorder, Memory & the Brain

Sexual Violence and Grief: Will the pain ever end?

Confronting an Abuser: Discusses confronting your abuser, physically or mentally

PTSD and Art Therapy

Grounding: Coping with stressful periods in your life

The importance of self-care

Identifying and overcoming hurt from others. Secondary wounding hurts.

Making the Decision to Get Help

Dealing with Triggers

Ten Steps to Fostering Gentleness & Compassion in Yourself

Be Gentle with Your Pain: Alternatives for those who are hurting

A Recovery Bill of Rights for Trauma Survivors: Within your lives and in therapy

Coping with Anniversaries: The anniversary of your rape does not have to be traumatic

Countering Self-Blame

Legal Action

Reporting a Rape

Medical Information: Rape kit and evidence collection procedures

Eating Disorders

Eating Disorders: A Guide for Parents and Loved Ones
Eating Disorders: Physical and Medical Complications
Eating Disorders: Signs & Symptoms
Definitions

Secondary Survivors and Supporters

Tips for Friends and Family of Survivors
More Tips for Secondary Survivors: What can you say to help a survivor?

Related Issues

Stalking: Facts & Resources
Suicide Risk Factors

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