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writes:how can I admit to being sexually assaulted to friends/family when I feel so embarrassed or ashamed to tell them? I also don't want them to worry about me or feel concerned about me so that I can't relax.I have reported it to the police and it is going to go to trial but I still haven't had the courage to tell anyone else. I have looked for advice online and everything says I should get support from friends/family but I find it difficult to tell anyone. Reply to this Question
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reader, QuirkLady  +, writes (2 August 2009):
 You can do it in any way that you're okay with. You can write a letter and show it to them, or maybe tell one close friend and she can help you with telling other people. Sometimes when you tell that first person it makes it easier to tell others.
*hug* Good luck.
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reader, Intimate Answers +, writes (2 August 2009):
 Hi Sweetie,
I hate that this has happened to you...
I really do not want to see you go through this alone any longer.
Remember that your friends and family love you and want to be there for you. You may need to give THEM some guidance on what YOUR NEEDS are when you share what's happened...
Let them know how they can best help you so that they will be more comfortable in the supportive role they will play. You could start by telling your most trusted person first...
I wish you the very best and I pray one day that one day down the line you may be able to help others that may face this situation... Remember what ever happens that is meant as evil - you CAN turn around for good! That empowers you in any situation.
All my best,
-Intimate Answers
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reader, Charlpop  +, writes (1 August 2009):
 I'm sorry to hear this.
You'll probably find it easier to tell your friends first.
I'm sad to say I have a friend who was in your position, and she found it a lot easier to tell her family after she'd confided in friends first. You choose your friends, and they know you and you know them, but this isn't necessarily the case with family.
I hope this helps.
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reader, Love is all you need +, writes (1 August 2009):
 well sometimes family and friends are good for support but sometimes they can make it worse. Maybe just try telling the one person closest to you and they'll help you!
hope this helped...xxx
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