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FAQ: How should I respond if a man I know tells me he has been assaulted?
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While there may be some differences in how rape impacts a male versus a female survivor of sexual assault, the basics of supporting survivors are the same for men as for women. Believe him. Know what your community's resources are and help him explore his options. Don't push and don't blame. Ask him what he wants and listen. Be cautious about physical contact until he's ready. Get help for yourself.
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Karen Pomer and Helen 
"If we don't go on living, they might as well have killed us. We need to keep on living our lives."
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