People with autism can face challenges in social interactions and other aspects of life, including threatening situations. And according to a recent study, those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), particularly women, can face a significantly higher risk of sexual...
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People with disabilities can face barriers addressing sexual abuse
Sexual abuse does not discriminate. Survivors can come from every walk of life. At the same time, survivors with physical and cognitive disabilities can face additional barriers when it comes to stopping and advocating for themselves when facing sexual abuse. What...
Is sexual abuse by women more common than we thought?
People typically think males are the main culprits of sexual abuse. While that's often still the case, recent research says that sexual abuse conducted by women may occur more frequently than traditional stereotypes would have us think. The data may come as a surprise...
Knowing when you can sue a church leader for sexual assault
Sexual assault is a serious crime that can have devastating effects on its victims. If you have been the victim of sexual assault by a church leader in Florida, you may be considering your options. However, it can be difficult to know when you can sue a church leader...
What are the signs of religious abuse in Florida?
Many types of spousal abuse can take place in Florida. While everyone knows about physical abuse and how to recognize the signs, not as many people are familiar with the various types of abuse out there. Religious abuse occurs within spiritual communities, such as a...
Sexual abuse lawsuit draws attention
Children may suffer from behavioral issues that affect their mental and physical well-being. Adults might place their children into behavioral health facilities in Florida so the young ones can receive the treatment necessary to address their problems. Unfortunately,...
Separating fact from fiction: 5 myths surrounding sexual abuse
The narrative surrounding sexual abuse is changing. More people realize that survivors are not responsible for what happened to them and that we must do more to protect others from similar mistreatment. However, there is still plenty of misinformation floating around...
The holidays can be hard for survivors – here’s how you can cope
The holidays are often associated with joy, celebration and spending time with loved ones. However, for many sexual abuse survivors, it can trigger memories of traumatic events or place them in front of people who are unsupportive or apathetic to their situation....