Sexual Assault Archives

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The mental health effects of sexual assault and violence

May 31, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Sexual assault of any sort is a crime. It affects people physically, mentally, emotionally and psychologically. No one ever asks for or deserves sexual assault.

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Abuse Sexual Assault Trauma

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To end violence against teen girls, start with teen boys

May 16, 2023 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA | Featuring Kenneth V. Hardy, PhD

Teen girls are reporting more assaults, mainly by boys their age. How can we get to the root of the problem by addressing signs of violence before it starts?

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Anger Culture Family Group Therapy Isolation Men Parents Sexual Assault Teens

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How patriarchy and toxic masculinity hurt men

February 16, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

There’s nothing unhealthy about being strong, capable, or assertive. But violent and destructive behavior can hurt everyone—including men themselves.

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Culture Discrimination Domestic Violence Gender Identity LGBTQIA+ Men Sexual Assault Society Women