NCJ Number
175345
Date Published
1997
Length
118 pages
Annotation
This volume provides support and guidance to young women trying to carry on with their lives after having been sexually abused.
Abstract
The book, designed for girls age 10 and older, defines sexual abuse and describes ways to find help. It also discusses feelings experienced by many victims of sexual abuse: confusion, fear, shame and guilt, sadness and anger. It emphasizes the importance of telling someone about the abuse, and how important it is to keep telling until someone stops the abuse; the victim probably cannot stop it herself. Additional information for the sexual abuse victim concerns separating herself from the abuse; relationships after the abuse; things to do to rebuild self esteem; body image and feeling good about her sexuality; what to do when family cannot or will not help; and social services and therapy. A section concerning what is needed to heal includes discussion of personal power and safety skills, what constitutes a safe place, motivation, and helpful things to do. Bibliography