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Sexual Trauma Recovery

Sexual trauma refers to the psychological,  physical, and emotional  effect(s) of unwanted sexual experiences.

Sexual trauma is a reasonable response to sexual violence.

Sexually violent experiences include, but are not limited to, experiences listed here. This link provides examples and re-routes to a separate page in an effort to prevent unanticipated exposure to words or phrasing that may trigger a negative response in survivors. 

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Effects of Sexual Violence Can Include...

  • Depression

  • Anxiety

  • Anger/Rage

  • Flashbacks, Nightmares

  • Sleep Issues

  • Disordered Eating

  • Substance Abuse

  • Thoughts, Actions of Self-Harm

  • Dissociation

  • Self-Isolation

  • Shock

  • Fear​

  • Chronic Illness

  • Sexual Dysfunction

  • Impulsivity

  • Guilt, Self-Blame

  • Shame

  • Psychosomatic Issues

  • Confusion

  • Trust Issues

  • Hypersexuality

  • High-Risk Behavior

  • Obsessions, Compulsions

  • Lifestyle Changes Focused on Avoiding Triggers

  • Suicidal Ideation, Death by Suicide

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