Rape what do i do now?

Question

i was raped a few years ago and because of drugs i havent really adressed the issue, i am sixteen and now i find what happened to me really hard to deal with IM STRUGGLING SO MUCH! i have stopped doing drugs which is really bad because heaps of stuff is resurfacing, i am so tired i cant sleep, i just dont know what too do!

any suggestions from people who have been through the same thing or know what its like?

Answer 1

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Answer 2

There is already some good advice.  Seek professional help, a counselor or a priest.  Good luck to you.

Answer 3

you need proffesional help it never truly goes away it is post tramatic stress see your docter soon

Answer 4

First, let me say that you've already taken some great first steps by getting off drugs and admitting you need help. I congratulate you on that.

Now, therapy can be extremely helpful. I know sometimes it doesn't feel like it will be, but I've known a lot of people who have come back from very dark times (especially as teenagers, which is such a difficult time anyway) to become very happy people because of a good therapist. Most health plans cover some therapy. Don't be afraid to shop around too, a good therapist is great, but there is no point in seeing someone who isn't right for you.

It takes time and it takes effort, but you can get through this and you will have a great life. Good luck.

Answer 5

When people stop abusing drugs and alcohol, they find themselves at the emotional age they were when they began the abuse. This is known as arrested development: you have all these emotions that you had always blocked out with drugs.

Yours isn't an uncommon situation. All you need to do is find a counselor. If you can't afford one, look for rape and drug hotlines; call and explain the situation. They'll help you.

You'll find that the counseling makes a world of difference. All the best to you.  

Answer 6

yes, now you have to process things.  you need a counselor.  take yoga.  you have to go throught the grief and denial, anger, acceptance process.  I suggest doing a lot of journaling about your feelings, life, responses and what's coming up.  try to write 3 pages every day.  use guided relaxation methods to sleep and work on breathing.  breathing brings you into this moment, in which you can be ok and happy.  

Answer 7

well if it's by your parents i  suggest you tell the authorities fast  if it's by an ex bf i suggest you leave it in the past as he was just trying get what he wants. if it was in anyway statutory rape i believe if it as not been discussed b4 u need to discuss it now or otherwise leave that in the past 2. no point bringing it up now  

Answer 8

Please call a rape crisis center.  I have a friend who did after two failed marriages, and about two decades later.  One of the best things she ever did.  It's never too late.  Get help now.

Answer 9

You might want to go to a Rape Crisis Center or to therapy to over come the effects of having been raped.  They should have free or sliding scale fee Mental Health Facilities in your area.  Look them up or you can go to the Library and check out self help books on Rape.  Rape is a crime about power and control it is not about s*x.  The person that rapes wants power and control over the person he is raping.

Therapy is the best way to over come Rape.  Also you might want to talk to authorities if you want to press charges but I am going to assume that no rape kit was done by medical professionals and that you did not report the rape.  In which case they will tell you there is no evidence of rape so you won't be able to press charges.

Answer 10

Find a rape crisis center near you and give them a call. They will steer you in the right direction.  I was raped on my first time and got pregnant the first time...lucky me... but supressing the emotions is not good. Some major life event will happen to you later and all that pent up and repressed emotions will explode.  You will have a melt down and it is not a pretty sight.  It is better to get everything out now and deal with it..Sorry about your  problems, but get some help...it is too much for you to go it alone...God bless and good luck to you  

Answer 11

Have you already tried conseling? Being off drugs is GREAT! Congratulations on taking such a big step. Don't go backwards! Check with your school counselor, principal, parents, even the police can tell you where you can go for some free rape counseling and help with the drugs. Alcoholics anonymous has meetings just for teens which would be a great place to meet other teens who are off of drugs (it's not just for alcoholics) and they can tell you some counselors too. You deserve a fighting chance! Reach out to trained profesional who can help you with the aftermath of rape.

Answer 12

you really need to tell someone about it..report it, or let someone know..

even though it might be to late for them to do anything about it..

telling someone in person may be able to help you through this...

Answer 13

Yes definately search for a crisis center near you. You probably don't want to hear this but, churches can be a big help too.