Risk taking
When someone has experienced sexual assault or abuse they feel might feel so bad about themselves that they make a decision or behave in a way that puts them at risk. This usually means acting self destructively. This includes;
- Unsafe sex
- Using drugs or alcohol
- Pushing away the people that care and support them
- Hanging out with dangerous people
Risk taking behaviour is harmful and usually just makes people feel worse about themselves. Talk to someone you trust and find another way to deal with your feelings.
Sexual assault
Generally speaking, sexual assault is any type of unwanted sexual behaviour that makes someone feel uncomfortable, intimidated or afraid.
What is child abuse?
Child abuse is when children or young people are harmed, not protected or not taken care of. Child abuse can happen in many ways, for example: Physical abuse, Emotional abuse, Sexual abuse, Neglect.
Who could you tell?
Your parents, another relative like an aunt, uncle or grandparent, a teacher, the school nurse, the school welfare officer, a service like SACL: 1800 806 292 or Kids Help Line: 1800 55 1800, a friend’s parents, your doctor.
For more informationFor more information about this or to contact the South Eastern Centre Against Sexual Assault go to the SECASA website. |
