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I think my friend has been sexually assaulted. How can I help?
This advice comes from the Rape Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN).
Listen. Be there. Don't be judgmental. Encourage your friend to seriously think about reporting the rape to police. A counselor can provide the information your friend will need to make this decision.
Be patient. Remember, it will take your friend some time to deal with the crime.
Let your friend know that professional help is available through the National Sexual Assault Hotline, operated by RAINN. It offers free, confidential counseling, 24 hours a day. The number is 1-800-656-HOPE. Encourage your friend to call the hotline, but realize that only your friend can make the decision to get help.
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Your Comments
my friend was raped....
Posted by: coolcuz93@aim.com on Jul 6th, 2007 3:39pm
She was raped at our friends birthday by that friends
brother but she was drinking and underage what should she
do??what should I do to help her??
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my friend was raped....: Response
Posted by: StacieS on Jul 6th, 2007 10:23pm
It doesn't matter if she was underage and drinking - - if he
raped her it is HIS fault, not hers. It is great that you
are looking out for her. Please help her to call the hotline
above: 1-800-656-HOPE. They can talk with her about what
happened in a helpful, non-judgemental way. Then she can
talk with them about what she wants to do and who else she
wants to tell. I also suggest that she talk to a counselor
and a parent as soon as she can. I hope she finds lots of
support!