Abuse is using violence or the threat of violence to control someone. No one deserves to be threatened, beaten or intimidated. There are laws to protect you, and places you can turn for help. All of these services are free and confidential.
Sexual assault is sex without consent.
It can occur between strangers, but it can also occur between friends, acquaintances, relatives, partners and spouses. Sexual assault is also having sexual contact with someone who lacks the ability to consent because of the influence of drugs or alcohol.