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What Is the Difference Between Rape and Molestation?

Understanding the charges that are brought against a sexual assault perpetrator can be difficult, especially as they pertain to civil lawsuits which may be brought...
Jan 14, 2025
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Child Grooming: Identifying Child Predator Warning Signs

Child grooming is a manipulative tactic used by child predators to gain the trust of their victims and eventually sexually abuse them. It is a...
Jan 11, 2025
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P Diddy Sex Trafficking | Allegations + Tips For Survivors

The allegations surrounding P Diddy have been some of the most shocking and disturbing news stories for the past several months. Since the first claims...
Dec 18, 2024
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What Are Rape Shield Laws?

Rape shield laws protect survivors of sexual assault from further trauma and intimidation by preventing the defense from using the survivor's previous sexual history against...
Dec 17, 2024
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Can I Be Sued for Defamation for Accusing Someone of a Sex Crime?

There have been several retaliatory defamation lawsuits filed against sexual assault survivors who spoke out about their experiences. This has brought into light the many...
Dec 13, 2024
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Therapist Sexual Abuse

A therapist is supposed to be your guide as you grapple with past trauma and grief, learn coping mechanisms, or understand and break toxic patterns...
Dec 10, 2024
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Sexual Abuse in Sports

Youth sports organizations are supposed to be a safe space for young athletes to learn, practice, compete, and grow. Unfortunately, that's not always the case....
Dec 04, 2024
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Civil Sexual Assault Lawsuit: What to Expect?

The aftermath of sexual assault takes a significant toll on survivors, causing physical, emotional, and psychological trauma. In addition, they may also suffer from financial...
Nov 27, 2024
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What is Sexual Battery? 

Sexual battery is a devastating and traumatic experience for survivors. The term sexual battery describes sexual assault involving unwanted physical contact of a sexual nature,...
Nov 21, 2024
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Filing a Lawsuit Against an Abuser’s Estate

Are you a survivor of sexual abuse at the hands of someone who has passed away? Filing a lawsuit against an abuser's estate may not...
Nov 04, 2024
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P Diddy Lawsuits | Shedding Light On Abuse Allegations

Sean Combs (known professionally as P Diddy, and formally, as Puff Daddy) is a rapper, songwriter, music producer, and record executive with a nearly 35-year...
Oct 24, 2024
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Edwards Henderson Files Class Action Lawsuit Against Abercrombie & Fitch and Former CEO Michael S. Jeffries Over Sex Abuse and Trafficking Allegations 

Edwards Henderson filed a lawsuit on behalf of a class of current and former male Abercrombie & Fitch (Abercrombie) models who allege they were sexually...
Sep 27, 2024
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How to Help a Rape Victim

If a friend or loved one chooses to confide in you about a crime committed against them, like rape, it can be difficult to understand...
Aug 08, 2024
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What Are Date Rape Drugs?

According to a nationwide survey, nearly 85% of rapes are perpetrated by someone that the survivor knows personally. Date rape is unfortunately a common occurrence,...
Aug 02, 2024
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Sexual Abuse and Sexual Assault Hotlines 

Sexual abuse and sexual assault are traumatic experiences that no one should ever have to go through. It can leave survivors feeling scared, confused, and...
Jun 17, 2024
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What is Sextortion?

Sextortion is an increasingly common form of online extortion and blackmail that has serious and long-term effects. Sextortion is a form of sexual exploitation in...
Jun 10, 2024
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What Is the Freeze Response?

Traumatic incidents such as sexual assault, mass shootings, and other violent crimes generate different stress responses in individuals. While many people go into "fight or...
Jun 06, 2024
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Signs of Sexual Abuse in Teens

No one wants to think of the possibility of their child being sexually abused. However, sexual abuse of teenagers is an unfortunate reality, far more...
Jun 06, 2024
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Wilderness Therapy Abuse

The Troubled Teen Industry (TTI) comprises businesses, organizations, and facilities that offer specialized care and programs for troubled teenagers. Wilderness Therapy programs are TTI programs that are...
May 02, 2024
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What is Inappropriate Touching By a Doctor?

Visiting a doctor is rarely an easy experience. Most people are typically anxious at the doctor's office, particularly during invasive check-ups and procedures. We all...
May 02, 2024
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Bikram Yoga: Sexual Assault + Rape Allegations

The popularity of Bikram Yoga is undeniable. From celebrity devotees to people claiming their lives were transformed through this practice, it is no surprise that...
Apr 09, 2024
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