# Sexual Abuse

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## [About the Sexual Abuse category](https://sameboat.com/t/about-the-sexual-abuse-category/39)

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**Last updated:** [May 23, 2026, 2:39am UTC](https://sameboat.com/t/about-the-sexual-abuse-category/39 "2026-05-23T02:39:48Z")

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A safe space for survivors of sexual abuse and assault, and those supporting them. You’ll be believed, and you decide what to share. For confidential 24/7 counselling, call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732. If you’re in imme…

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## [Whatever you're feeling about it, it's valid — and it's not your fault](https://sameboat.com/t/whatever-youre-feeling-about-it-its-valid-and-its-not-your-fault/120)

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**Last updated:** [July 26, 2026, 11:14am UTC](https://sameboat.com/t/whatever-youre-feeling-about-it-its-valid-and-its-not-your-fault/120 "2026-07-26T11:14:20Z")

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There’s no one “right” way to feel after sexual abuse or assault, and no correct timeline for processing it. Some survivors know immediately that what happened was wrong. Others spend years working out how to name it, es…