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Violence and Abuse
“It was like an escalation of abuse over time that continued...”
Jennifer Norris
U.S. Air Force, 1996-2010
Violence and Abuse
PTSD can occur after violence. Abuse or assault may be life-threatening, cause injury and have long-term effects. Learn more about different types of violence and abuse such as sexual violence, military sexual trauma (MST), race-based trauma, and violence that occurs in the community.
Sexual Violence
Sexual violence is any sort of sexual activity between 2 or more people in which one of the people is involved against their will. Sexual violence can be abuse or assault.
Find out more about sexual violence in:
- Adults
Learn about the impact of sexual trauma in adults. Explore resources, treatment options and support for people who experienced sexual trauma and their loved ones. - Children
Learn about child sexual abuse, common reactions, and resources. - Military Sexual Trauma
Get information and learn about resources for those affected by military sexual trauma.
Other Violence
- Racial Trauma
Learn about racial trauma and read tips to help actively cope and reduce stress. - Community Violence: Effects on Children and Teens
Learn about community violence and effects on young people and find resources that can help. - Intimate Partner Violence
Find out about the prevalence and effects of domestic violence, the dynamics of abusive relationships, treatment for victims and perpetrators, and resources offering assistance.
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