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I’m only freshman to make varsity baseball. Was taken to the woods and had to funnel several beers. Was told to strip and made to blow the seniors as the team watched and cheered. I want to report but making varsity as freshman is huge. What do I do?

Updated 24 April 2023 under Ask Us.

We’re glad you reached out to us. What happened to you is not okay, and most importantly, deciding what to do about it is not something you should have to … read more

I was last to change in football locker room due to finishing workout. One of the coaches came in and took off his shorts in front of me and smiled. He didn’t force anything and I left. Should I say something? What if it was innocent? I can’t sleep.

Updated 15 August 2022 under Ask Us.

I’m sorry to hear about this and agree with what you have shared; it’s hard to know what was going on. It sounds like you handled the situation as well … read more

I was masturbating in my room when my stepfather opened the door. He put his hand on my penis and said that I better not tell anyone, and that I had to make him feel good or he would kick me out of the house. So then I did, but now what do I do?

Updated 1 July 2022 under Ask Us.

Thanks for your question and for seeking support. It is important to know this is not your fault, and you are not alone. Sexual abuse is any unwanted sexual contact. … read more

Our grade got hotel rooms with 5 people to a room on a trip. We had to share beds, and I shared with a guy who liked to sleep naked. I sleep in my boxers, but when I woke up, I was naked and his penis was pressed against me. Is this sexual assault?

Updated 7 June 2022 under Ask Us.

Thanks for your question and for seeking support. It is important to know this is not your fault, and you are not alone. Sexual abuse is any unwanted sexual contact. … read more

Recently an adult relative put on lingerie and said she would punish me if I didn’t “show her what I could do”. We had sex. What do I do now?

Updated 28 March 2022 under Ask Us.

Thanks for your question and for seeking support. It is important to know this is not your fault, and you are not alone. Sexual abuse is any unwanted sexual contact. … read more

Since about 5, my uncle has slept naked with me in my bed. He visits 6-8 times a year. We’ve both touched each other. He’s my only uncle-dad’s brother (no aunts). Scared it will ruin him coming if I tell my parents. He’s in bad health. Do I speak up?

Updated 18 August 2020 under Ask Us.

Thanks for sending your question. As you indicate this is a very difficult situation and is not going to have a simple solution. First, you should know that you are … read more

I’m 15, and for the past 3 years my uncle has touched me sexually. How do I bring this up? I love my uncle and don’t want him to get in trouble. I just want it to stop. He is my mother’s brother and also a preacher so I’m afraid no one will believe me.

Updated 21 July 2020 under Ask Us.

Thanks for sending your question. As you indicate this is a very difficult situation and is not going to have a simple solution. First, you should know that you are … read more

Sexual Consent

Updated 14 July 2020 under Health Guides.

Everyone who wants to deserves to have great sex- and sexual consent is an important part of that. This guide will talk about what consent is, how to ask for … read more

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