Sexual Abuse

This topic, as you can all imagine, hits close to home. I have had my own experiences with sexual abuse, as you all know.

Sexual Abuse is when any one person, touches another inappropriately through any form of sexual contact without their consent. It's a little harder for children because most of the time they don't really know what's going on or more importantly, don't know that it is wrong.

The older the child is, the more knowledge they may have about it, but still think that it may be their fault.

For anyone who has been sexually abused, you should know that it is NEVER your fault. In most cases, the abuser is not well. They create scenarios in their head, excuses as to why it isn't wrong, etc.

Sexual abuse comes in many forms:

• Unwanted kissing or touching.
• Unwanted rough or violent sexual activity.
• Rape or attempted rape.
• Refusing to use condoms or restricting someone’s access to birth control.
• Keeping someone from protecting themselves from sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
• Sexual contact with someone who is very drunk, drugged, unconscious or otherwise unable to give a clear and informed “yes” or “no.”
• Threatening or pressuring someone into unwanted sexual activity.

If you or someone you know is being sexually abused, SPEAK UP!

I made the mistake of waiting until the police were knocking at my door. This is a very serious matter and one that should be put to rest. 

For information regarding sex offenders in your area, go to this website.