From the Storm are some places to obtain help. If A Friend Or Acquaintance Is Raped The following suggestions are offered as guidelines for anyone assisting a sexual assault victim during the crisis or time period following. Survivors may react in various ways - they may be calm, numb, upset or hysterical. They may feel angry and feel loss of control over what has happened. Feelings of safety and security may be seriously disrupted.
Some survivors see the attack as at least partly their fault and have feelings of guilt.
Let the victim talk or cry. Believe whatever the victim says, and do not make contradictions. Be compassionate, supportive and patient. Let the victim know you care by helping in any way. Let the victim make their own choices while encouraging action and recovery.