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Abused Empowered Survive Thrive ^{Top Rated}
This large site offers support for survivors of sexual abuse either as a child or adult, with related subjects such as date rape, male rape, panic attack, eating disorders, and self-harm. A large UK-based site offering chat rooms, over 40 forums, and information related to these topics.
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Adult Survivors of Child Abuse ^{Top Rated}
Adult Survivors of Child Abuse (ASCA) is an individual and group support program for adult survivors of physical, sexual, and/or emotional child abuse or neglect.

ASCA's StepWork (21 steps) is a statement of the tasks and issues that most adult survivors face during their recovery from child abuse. Unlike some self-help programs, ASCA does not require that participants work the steps - although you may choose to do so - or that the steps be worked in a linear order. StepWork is a process whereby you concentrate on one particular step at a time in a given recovery program.

The Morris Center's "Survivor to Thriver" manual (a 115 page guidebook for ASCA participants, as well as for any survivor of physical, sexual and/or emotional child abuse or neglect) and all ASCA materials are available free to download.
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After Silence
After Silence, a community designed to help survivors communicate in the recovery of rape, sexual abuse, and domestic violence. Welcome to After Silence, a non-profit organization, message board, and chat room for rape, sexual assault, and sexual abuse survivors. You are not alone, you are not broken, and you can heal. Our organization is designed to help victims become survivors, and communicate in the recovery of sexual violence. Our mission is to support, empower, validate, and educate survivors, as well as their families and supporters. The core of our organization is a support group, message board, and chat room where victims and survivors come together online in a mutually supportive and safe environment.
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AMSOSA (Adult Male Survivors Of Sexual Abuse
AMSOSA offers two support groups, providing a unique therapy experience to non offending adult male survivors, who were either sexually abused as a child or adult. We offer you an opportunity to focus on the ability to heal and recover, by dealing with 1/3rd of your past, 1/3rd of your present, and 1/3rd of your future, covering aspects of the sexual abuse you suffered, yet focusing on the strength and courage you possess, and leaving the past where it belongs.
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Child Abuse and Recovery
Articles, discussions, links, poetry and poetry contests for survivors by Editor and Survivor-Susan Maree Jeavons and Suite 101.
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Child Abuse Effects
Articles detailing the four types of child abuse (emotional, physical, sexual, and neglect), including signs, effects, and statistics for each. Topics also discussed are: sexual abuse victims, (including victims with disabilities), sex offenders (including female, child, adolescent, and Internet offenders), laws governing child abuse, intervention, prevention, stories on child abuse, and a forum to write your own child abuse story.
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Dancing In The Darkness
This site serves as a safe haven for survivors of sexual abuse to share their thoughts and fears as well as words of hope and courage for others like them. The huge images on every page will take most users awhile to load initially (as well as the MP3 song on the homepage).
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Escaping Hades ^{Top Rated}
Escaping Hades is a rape and sexual abuse survivor's site. This site contains the stories of over 550 survivors of rape, sexual abuse, and incest. It also includes resources to find the help you need. Escaping Hades is a rape and sexual abuse survivor's site. This site contains the stories of over 500 survivors of rape, sexual abuse and incest, including my own, as well as resources to find the help you need. If you are a survivor, please stay safe while visiting Escaping Hades, as many of the pages can be triggering. If you are here because someone you love is a survivor, I thank you for trying to understand and help your loved one. The road to healing is terribly difficult, but we will get there together.
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Fort Refuge ^{Top Rated}
Chat and Forums community with resources for abuse survivors. Child abuse, ritual abuse, sexual assault, rape and domestic violence are just some of what we have survived and are surviving. MPD/DID welcome.
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Kali Munro, Psychotherapist ^{Top Rated}
Lots of easy-to-read self-help articles about sexual and ritual abuse including gay survivors, mother-daughter sexual abuse, male sexual abuse survivors, DID, and ritual abuse/cult programming. There are articles about relationships, lesbians and gay men, depression, body image, and depression. There are psychological self-quizzes dealing with relationships, imposter phenomenon, shame, anger, and more. Also available is a discussion and support forum - bulletin board - about sexual abuse, DID, relationships, lesbian issues, and more.
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Making Daughters Safe Again ^{Top Rated}
Making Daughters Safe Again (MDSA) is an organization specializing in providing support, information, and resources on the topic of mother-daughter sexual abuse. History and Purpose The mission of Making Daughters Safe Again (MDSA) is to support and advocate for survivors of mother-daughter sexual abuse (mdsa), to educate professionals and the general public, and to inspire action, knowledge, healing and hope. Since 1999, we have been featured by homestead.com twice and included in a national (US) press release as a model organization that utilizes the internet. We have also been referenced in major publications, had our original articles translated into several languages, and had our online materials requested by health care professionals, and those involved with the legal system. MDSA continues to be widely listed and honored on reputable web sites and recognized by the National Self-help Clearinghouse. We are also proud to be one of only a few organizations listed on the "incest" page on wikipedia. Our hope is that one day, society will be more aware of mother-daughter sexual abuse so that little girls can be saved, and survivors can receive the information, support and validation that they so richly deserve. Interested in Making a Difference?
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Pandora's Box ^{Top Rated}
The Secrecy Child Sexual Abuse problem is exposed here at Pandora's Box. Nancy Faulkner, Ph.D. and staff help bring out links, resource information, FAQs, and news. Know what to know to help prevent child sexual abuse!
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Pandora's Project ^{Top Rated}
Pandora's Project is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing information, support, and resources to survivors of rape and sexual abuse and their friends and family. We have been devoted to recovery and healing since 1999.
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Recovered Memories of Sexual Abuse
Scientific research and scholarly resources about sexual abuse, recovered memories, and much more. Includes prevalence data, information on lasting effects, and many additional resources. Dr. Hopper states: "I am a researcher and therapist with a doctorate (Ph.D.) in clinical psychology. I am a licensed clinical psychologist, and for 15 years I have been a therapist to men and women abused in childhood, providing individual and group treatment. I have studied the characteristics of traumatic memories and the effects of psychological trauma on biological systems involved in emotion regulation. My collaborators include Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, a leader in the psychological trauma field at The Trauma Center and Boston University. I am currently Instructor at the Behavioral Psychopharmacology Research Laboratory at the Neuroimaging Center of McLean Hospital and Harvard Medical School. In this position I am focusing studies of substance abuse in people with histories of child abuse and PTSD. The contents of this page reflect my level of experience and expertise, as well as opinions I have formed over the years."
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Ritual Abuse, Ritual Crime, and Healing
Ritual Abuse, Ritual Crime, and Healing information and resources for survivors, therapists, and others. Ritual abuse is an extreme sadistic form of abuse of children and non-consenting adults. It is methodical, systematic sexual, physical, emotional and spiritual abuse, which often includes mind control, torture, and highly illegal and immoral activities such as murder, child pornography and prostitution. The abuse is justified by a religious or political ideology. If you are a survivor, please be careful in reading the information compiled here. It is impossible to give information on ritual abuse, and about people's opinions about ritual abuse, in a way that is not upsetting and/or triggering. Only you know how much is wise to read, and how much information you can absorb at one time. Resources for Ritual Abuse include: A Recovery Bill of Rights for Trauma Survivors Articles Books Websites Programming and journal articles Video and audio tapes Newsletters Pages by survivors Support pages Legal information Pages for skeptics Art Poetry Spirituality
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Surviving to Thriving
A site for survivors of sexual violence to find information, healing and support. Surviving to Thriving-A site for sexual assault, abuse and rape survivors Welcome to Surviving to Thriving. This is a site for female and male survivors of sexual violence, including rape, attempted rape, sexual abuse and incest as well as the people who support them. In these pages, you will find my story and the stories of other rape and sexual assault survivors who have chosen to share theirs, as well as information, including pages on healing, medical and legal information for rape and sexual assault survivors, and sections for child sexual abuse and male survivors. If you are the survivor of sexual violence, you know how much how much pain it can cause and how it feels to be so terribly hurt. Please know that you are not alone and that healing is possible. I hope that you will find comfort and healing while exploring these pages. However, some of what is written here may be triggering, so please keep yourself safe. Since this site is a work in progress, please email me with your suggestions and comments.
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Abused But Not Silenced
The aim of this site is to give every adult who has suffered childhood sexual abuse the opportunity to reclaim their voices and gain the support and understanding they so rightly deserve. One of the sad facts about surviving childhood sexual abuse is that abuse survivors can spend their lives carrying guilt and shame that does not belong with them. We hope that with the support available through our forums you can gain the strength to redirect that guilt and shame to where it belongs... with the abusers.
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Acquaintance Rape: A Matter of Consent by Dr. Amy Menna
The title of this article is "Acquaintance Rape: A Matter of Consent" by Dr. Amy Menna. Excerpt: Rape. It is a powerful word for a power hungry act. It breeds fear and in many cases, it breeds silence. It is important that this silence be broken, and survivors be heard. By doing so, we break the grasp that rape has upon so many. The aftermath can be immense. The journey to heal may be terrifying; the steps, long and tedious. By building a bridge of awareness and empowerment, woman and men who have experienced rape can be healed and heard
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Anastasia and The Ghostly Owl (The Choice Was Hers!) ^{Top Rated}
Please visit my new Website at www.ghostlyowl.com and discover for yourself the new sequel to the Anastasia series. “Anastasia and The Ghostly Owl (The Choice Was Hers!)” are true stories about a young girl that is abandoned, abducted, and abused. These stories are autobiographical but do not say so; they are about abuse but do not explicitly provide the details. They are about hope, courage, determination, persistence, and perserverance. These stories follow Anastasia, an heroic child, on her journey towards becoming a mature woman. From start to finish, both The Original and The Sequel are written using rich metaphors and similes. To open theses boxed-shaped books will spring you into your journey of thinking outside the box because that is the way they are written. Each page and chapter encourages reading between the lines because it is written to stimulate free interpretation and self-evaluation, yet provides hope to everyone that boldly opens these books. The deadly culprits of Silence and Secrets present themselves. For example, silence allows the Owl to survive; however, for an abused child, silence is deadly. These books are educational as they present many survival techniques that Anastasia used on her journey to self-discovery, self-confidence, self-esteem, and self-worth. Child abuse is not restricted to any one particular segment of society, so I am contacting various groups and organizations with the intention of helping others who have suffered adversity. Adversity faces us all, and we all seek our own ways to help ourselves as well as others during demanding times of darkness that consciously or unwittingly swoop upon us. These are the only books of their kind which do not describe the horrific details of verbal, physical, and sexual abuse and are, therefore, suitable for all ages. My intention is to help each reader through their own journey towards self-healing. The choice is yours! Please visit my Website at www.ghostlyowl.com and read excerpts from "Anastasia and the Ghostly Owl (The Choices Was Hers!)" to see what reviewers and customers are saying about my books. For a short period of time, if you purchase the orignal book, "Anastasia and The Ghostly Owl (The Choice Was Hers!)" from my Website, I will send you a FREE E-book of The Sequel (For a limited time only and while quantities last!). Sincerely Anita E. Wladichuk, Author
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Childhelp ^{Top Rated}
Childhelp, one of the largest and oldest national, non-profit organizations dedicated to the treatment, prevention and research of child abuse and neglect, provides a broad continuum of programs that directly serve abused children and their families.

Childhelp has many resources available to help you learn more about child abuse, including in-depth information and statistics on child abuse, helpful links, tips and articles, and special interest areas for parents, children and professionals.

Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline 1-800-4-A-CHILD is a confidential and anonymous Hotline offering crisis intervention, information, literature, and referrals to thousands of emergency, social service, and support resources.
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Children of the Night
Children of the Night is a voluntary program dedicated to rescuing children between the ages of 11 and 17 who are forced to prostitute on the streets for food and a place to sleep. Children of the Night help child prostitutes re-enter mainstream society and go on to live healthy lives. Each child is offered long-term support that is individualized, whether it is foster placement, independent living, returning home, or placement in the dormitory of a four-year college. Telephone Hotline 800.551.1300
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Children of the Night
Children of the Night is a voluntary program dedicated to rescuing children between the ages of 11 and 17 who are forced to prostitute on the streets for food and a place to sleep. Children of the Night help child prostitutes re-enter mainstream society and go on to live healthy lives. Each child is offered long-term support that is individualized, whether it is foster placement, independent living, returning home, or placement in the dormitory of a four-year college. Telephone Hotline 800.551.1300
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Confessions of a Serial Insomniac ^{Top Rated}
A survivor of childhood sexual abuse and abandonment candidly discusses her life in therapy for borderline personality disorder and complex PTSD with psychotic and dissociative features, major depression and social anxiety. Searingly honest, tragically witty and with an engaging, intelligent writing style, this is an award-winning and popular blog that anyone with any connection to mental illness should be able to enjoy.
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Darkness to Light
This Web site contains information on where to get help for childhood sexual abuse, articles about child sexual abuse, and how to become a child advocate. For information and referral services in your area, call 1-866-FOR-LIGHT or 1-866-367-5444, the Darkness to Light's National Helpline Network.
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Door of Hope 4 Teens
Counseling services for teens and young adult provided at no charge via: e-mail, hope line, chats on aim and monthly meetings. You are not alone...we understand and want you to discover freedom and recovery.
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Girlthrive
This is a site designed to reach out to teen girls and educate and support them regarding sex abuse of teen girls.
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Joshua Childrens Foundation
This site was created for the purpose of assisting victims of sexual child abuse. A high percentage of persons with bulimia and eating disorders, alcoholism and addictions have been sexually abused as children. This site assists both children and adults who have suffered from sexual child abuse. They also provide links to education and information for prevention of sexual child abuse. Healing links, suggestions, and recommended books.
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Just in Case
Article addresses what to do if a child discloses sexual abuse or exploitation.The instructions in this brochure provide information for your family about what to do if your child indicates he or she has been the victim of sexual exploitation. They are calm, straightforward instructions not meant to alarm or frighten your child. Families and children should be careful and aware—not afraid.
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Lavender Power.org
We are a survivor to survivor sisterhood connected by a eMag. We provide inspiration music, role models, therapy tips, books to read and an eMag with sister stories to keep thriver motivated along their journey.
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Pandora's Aquarium ^{Top Rated}
Pandora's Aquarium, a forum for rape and sexual abuse survivors. "Pandy's" community includes a message board, chat room, and blogging feature. Only registered members can view most of the posts on our board and join the chat room.

There are a number of private forums, some covering general topics and some for specific areas of healing, such as sexuality & relationships, eating disorders, spirituality, fitness & health, self-injury.

Pandy's community provides a space for researchers of books, TV shows, magazine articles, and academic papers, to contact survivors.

Male survivors have unique issues in healing and are provided with a private forum.
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