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My girlfriend chooses to go out with her assaulter

A while ago a guy friend of my girlfriends sexually assaulted her, put his hands on her hips and touched her underwear when dancing in the club while knowing she had a boyfriend. She felt so uncomfortable and it was a horrible experience for her. The guy couldn’t even apologise to her face.

Now here is why I am struggling.

She’s gone out with small groups which include him once before and she’s going out with him and some other people tonight. I am uncomfortable with her going out in either small or medium size groups with him. She says that she doesn’t want to let him ruin her time out because it’s like she would be letting him affect her even more which I understand but I feel like I’m the only person taking what he did seriously.

I want to be very clear that that she can absolutely make her own decisions, my feelings aren’t coming from any place of insecurity or jealousness, just protectiveness. Any guidance on the issue would be appreciated and I’m completely open to accepting I’m in the wrong if I am (because for all I know I could be).

Reply 1

Original post by StriderHort
I told you in your last two threads you'd have to get over it, but you've now apparently upgraded the story to sexual assault so I guess not.


I’m sorry I don’t understand. My girlfriend was sexually assaulted and she would say the same herself?

Reply 2

Original post by StriderHort
It's not what you described before, and you're surely aware of this.


I have not posted anything on the student room regarding my girlfriend being sexually assaulted. This is the first time I’ve shared this story.

Reply 3

What is happennig?

Reply 4

Original post by Kanushi09
What is happennig?

bro is on this thread as well

Reply 5

Original post by Persondoinggcse
bro is on this thread as well

I'm everywhere. Took u long to find me tho.

Reply 6

Original post by Persondoinggcse
bro thinks he is tung tung tung tung sahurr

What does that even mean

Reply 7

Original post by Kanushi09
What does that even mean

idk man its just pure brainrot

Reply 8

Original post by Persondoinggcse
idk man its just pure brainrot

U feeling good. what u need is a goodnight sleep

Reply 9

obviosuly i have gcses man im so FLIPPIng tired cant wait after this skibidi ahh exams are over

Reply 10

1. Prioritise her Safety

tell her to Avoid being alone with this person under any circumstances.

i suggest she should not go to the group event if they will be there and she does not don’t feel 100% safe.

tell her to trust her Trust your instincts. If she ever feels unsafe, tell her to leave immediately or don’t go.

2. Tell Someone You Trust

Talk to a trusted friend, adult, family member or someone who can support her.

let her know she does have to go through this alone. Let someone help her take action and stay safe.

3. Document Everything

make her write down exactly what happened: who, what, when, where.

make sure she saves any messages, photos, or anything else connected to the incident.

This helps if you decide to report it now or later.

4. Report It

go directly to the police or a sexual assault support organization for help and advice.

she has the right to make a report and ask for protection.

5. Avoid Blame or Shame

This is not her fault.

Their actions were wrong she did nothing to deserve it.

6. Consider Support or Counseling

Talking to a therapist or support group can help her process what happened and rebuild confidence.

Free and confidential help is available through sexual assault hotlines and crisis centers.

Here are confidential resources (depending on where you are):
U.S.:

RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network): 1-800-656-4673 or rainn.org

U.K.:

Rape Crisis England & Wales: 0808 802 9999 or rapecrisis.org.uk

Canada:

Talk 4 Healing: 1-855-554-4325

Or search "sexual assault support" + your location

hope this helped! make sure she does not go if she feels uncomfortable even if she feels she will disappoint her friends its better to be safe than never AND CUT TIES WITH THE GUY IMMEDIATELY also make sure the group knows WHAT HAPPENED to stop the incident from repeating itself to someone else please ALSO INFORM THE POLICE this is a form of crime so it is important you do all listed above

Reply 11

Original post by Persondoinggcse
obviosuly i have gcses man im so FLIPPIng tired cant wait after this skibidi ahh exams are over

Gcses, how old are u?

Reply 12

Original post by Kanushi09
Gcses, how old are u?

15, how are u?

Reply 13

Original post by Persondoinggcse
15, how are u?

i mean how old are u lol

Reply 14

1. Prioritize her Safety

make sure she avoids being alone with this person under any circumstances.

make sure she does not go to the group event if they will be there and you don’t feel 100% safe.

make sure she trusts her instincts. If she ever feels unsafe, she must leave immediately or don’t go.

2. Tell Someone You Trust

Talk to a trusted friend, adult, family member, school counselor, or someone who can support you.

she does not don’t have to go through this alone. Let someone help you take action and stay safe.

3. Document Everything

make sure she Wwites down exactly what happened: who, what, when, where.

Save any messages, photos, or anything else connected to the incident.

This helps if you decide to report it now or later.

4. Report It

You can go directly to the police or a sexual assault support organization for help and advice.

You have the right to make a report and ask for protection.

5. Avoid Blame or Shame

This is not your girlfriends fault.

Their actions were wrong you did nothing to deserve it.

6. Consider Support or Counseling

Talking to a therapist or support group can help her process what happened and rebuild confidence.

Free and confidential help is available through sexual assault hotlines and crisis centers.

Need Immediate Help?
Here are confidential resources (depending on where you are):
U.S.:

RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network): 1-800-656-4673 or rainn.org

U.K.:

Rape Crisis England & Wales: 0808 802 9999 or rapecrisis.org.uk

Canada:

Talk 4 Healing: 1-855-554-4325

Or search "sexual assault support" + your location

it is important to note this is a form of a sexual crime and should be REPORTED as soon as possible also make sure to inform the group what the guy has done even if its hard, it will keep not only her safe but also people in the group. a word to your girlfriend i hope she's ok!! and best of luck! no one deserves what she got

Reply 15

Original post by Anonymous
A while ago a guy friend of my girlfriends sexually assaulted her, put his hands on her hips and touched her underwear when dancing in the club while knowing she had a boyfriend. She felt so uncomfortable and it was a horrible experience for her. The guy couldn’t even apologise to her face.
Now here is why I am struggling.
She’s gone out with small groups which include him once before and she’s going out with him and some other people tonight. I am uncomfortable with her going out in either small or medium size groups with him. She says that she doesn’t want to let him ruin her time out because it’s like she would be letting him affect her even more which I understand but I feel like I’m the only person taking what he did seriously.
I want to be very clear that that she can absolutely make her own decisions, my feelings aren’t coming from any place of insecurity or jealousness, just protectiveness. Any guidance on the issue would be appreciated and I’m completely open to accepting I’m in the wrong if I am (because for all I know I could be).
Here are confidential resources (depending on where you are):
U.S.:

RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network): 1-800-656-4673 or rainn.org

U.K.:

Rape Crisis England & Wales: 0808 802 9999 or rapecrisis.org.uk

Canada:

Talk 4 Healing: 1-855-554-4325

Or search "sexual assault support" + your location

Reply 16

Original post by Persondoinggcse
i mean how old are u lol

Omg, i literally just noticed it in ur usernam. Im so dumb! This is so embrassing, Im like 18 so whatever I was saying before totally ignfore it. So sorryyyy omg I feel so dense!

Reply 17

Original post by Persondoinggcse
obviosuly i have gcses man im so FLIPPIng tired cant wait after this skibidi ahh exams are over


heheh same bro dw we'll get throight it goodnight my lil skibidi xx

Reply 18

Original post by Anonymous
A while ago a guy friend of my girlfriends sexually assaulted her, put his hands on her hips and touched her underwear when dancing in the club while knowing she had a boyfriend. She felt so uncomfortable and it was a horrible experience for her. The guy couldn’t even apologise to her face.
Now here is why I am struggling.
She’s gone out with small groups which include him once before and she’s going out with him and some other people tonight. I am uncomfortable with her going out in either small or medium size groups with him. She says that she doesn’t want to let him ruin her time out because it’s like she would be letting him affect her even more which I understand but I feel like I’m the only person taking what he did seriously.
I want to be very clear that that she can absolutely make her own decisions, my feelings aren’t coming from any place of insecurity or jealousness, just protectiveness. Any guidance on the issue would be appreciated and I’m completely open to accepting I’m in the wrong if I am (because for all I know I could be).

Actions speak louder than words. It’s hard to imagine she hated what he did that much as opposed to probably just regretting it.

I personally wouldn’t permit her to be going out with him if this is the case and you have the right to question this course of action.

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