1 in 6<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n It is important to know that 1 in 6 men are sexually abused or assaulted. What happens to us as children does not need to define us as adults. Whether you or someone you know has been abused, you are not alone. The team at Rape and Abuse Crisis center is here to listen and support you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s normal to feel shame or self-doubt<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Some men believe they should have been stronger and fought off their perpetrator. Men who experienced normal physiological responses during the abuse or an assault may be confused \u2013 but it in no way implies that you wanted, invited, or enjoyed the assault. It is not your fault.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Males abused by females are not \u201clucky\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Masculinity often paints the picture of boys being \u201clucky\u201d if they have any type of sexual experience with girls and women. In reality, the abuse behavior is anything but a positive experience. To be used as a sexual object is never a good thing and can cause lasting harm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The team at Rape & Abuse Crisis Center is trauma-informed and here to help when you are ready to reach out. Whether you\u2019re looking for safety in a crisis, increased understanding of your experiences, or just a listening ear\u2014we are just one phone call away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Additional Resources To Explore:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n