Adult Survivors of Sexual Abuse
Adult survivors of sexual abuse face unique challenges. These differ from the challenges faced by children. One key difference between child and adult survivors is time. Children may struggle to understand what happened or block out the memories. Adults have had more time to process and understand their experiences. This can lead to a wide range of emotions, including shame, guilt, anger, fear, and numbness.
We Can Help
If you or a loved one has experienced sexual abuse, we can help. You may have a legal claim against the person who harmed you. Others who share responsibility may also be held accountable.
Legal action can do more than provide financial compensation. It can also help you find closure. This may include official apologies, institutional change, and discipline for professionals involved in the abuse.
On top of everything else, survivors may also face judgment from the people around them. Society is starting to have deeper conversations about sexual violence. Yet survivors are still too often met with shame and blame instead of support. Many survivors fear being judged or not believed. This makes it harder for them to come forward and seek help.
Many survivors have faced other forms of abuse as well. This includes emotional, physical, or psychological harm alongside sexual abuse. This can make healing more complex. It may lead to mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Sexual assault can affect a survivor's relationships and intimate partnerships. Victims may have difficulty trusting others or forming healthy boundaries due to their experiences of abuse. This can also affect their sexual relationships, as they may struggle with intimacy and managing triggers related to past trauma.
It's important to note that each victim's experience is unique and there is no one-size-fits-all approach to healing. Society must recognize these challenges. Understanding them helps ensure survivors get the support and resources they need to recover.
Confidentiality
At Jellinek Ellis Gluckstein Lawyers, we take the privacy of your personal information seriously.
It is natural to have concerns about your privacy. Even in court, we can protect your privacy. For example, we can use your initials instead of your full name.
Reaching out for the first time can be hard. When you call Jellinek Ellis Gluckstein, you will be treated with the compassion, professionalism, and respect you deserve.