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Recent Stories

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Why you should never say a girl has "Daddy Issues"

August 23, 2019
Pop culture
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"Am I a 'real' survivor of sexual violence?"

August 16, 2019
Ask a Survivor

When death and grief trigger the trauma of childhood sexual abuse

July 18, 2019
Family

Resources for Healing

RAINN

RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) is the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization. RAINN created and operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline (800.656.HOPE)

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Call 800-273-TALK (8255) to be connected to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

MentalHealth.gov

The US Department of Health & Human Services homepage for mental health resources, including resources in Spanish.