Helping someone close to you

A person of your entourage has told you that she has been a victim of sexual assault… You want to help her but you don't know how to or you're not sure if your way of helping would be good for her.

• In these kinds of situations, what should we do?
  
• What should we say?
  
• What can help?
  
• Should I set limits?
  
• How can I lessen her suffering?
  
• How far can I go?
  

If this person is:

• A female friend
  
• Your spouse
  
• Your child
  
• Someone in the family
  
  

For more information, see our Documentation section.