Physical Health
This type of infection, often transmitted during sexual violence, includes chlamydia, gonorrhea, and HIV
sexually transmitted infections (STI)
What rank is Nevada in reported Sexual Assaults?
Number 2
Survivors often experience excessive worry, panic attacks, and hypervigilance as symptoms of this mental health condition.
Anxiety is a common mental health condition gained after this type of trauma
Trust issues, fear of intimacy, and difficulty communicating can make it challenging for survivors to maintain these personal connections.
Relationship Difficulties
Where can you find help if you are assaulted or you hear that someone was assaulted?
1. National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN)
2. Local Crisis Centers & Hotlines
3. Hospitals
4. Law Enforcement
5.Therapists/Support groups
A sexual assault survivor may face this life-altering outcome if conception occurs without the use of birth control or emergency contraception.
An unplanned pregnancy
What is the most common ages for Sexual Assault
12-34 years of age
Many survivors struggle with self-blame and negative emotions about their experience, leading to these overwhelming feelings.
Many survivors feel shame and guilt for being the victim of this type of assault.
Instead of receiving support, some survivors face this harmful reaction, where others question their actions or blame them for the assault.
Victim Blaming
How can this trauma affect a person mentally?
Sexual assault trauma can lead to PTSD, anxiety, depression, and trust issues, making daily life overwhelming.
bruising, cuts, fractures, and dislocations are all examples of these physical consequences that can result from sexual violence.
Physical injuries or trauma to the genital area or other parts of the body.
Why do many cases go unreported by the victim?
Many cases go unreported due to stigma, fear, or lack of trust in the system.
Survivors may struggle with feelings of worthlessness and self-doubt, leading to this negative self-perception.
Low self-esteem is common among survivors because their situations are usually played down.
Some survivors turn to alcohol or drugs as a coping mechanism for their trauma, increasing their risk of addiction in this behavior pattern.
Substance Abuse
Why are we educating people on this problem?
To provide support for victims and allow people to feel comfortable getting justice for those things