Following the sexual assault or abuse, survivors may have injuries, and may need to have tests and intervention for sexually transmitted infections. It is important to address all physical impacts as soon as possible.
It is also common for survivors to experience body memories in which physical sensations related to the abuse can be triggered or re-experienced.
Since the sexual assault or abuse happened, you may have found your appetite has been affected. You may not want to eat as much as before or at all, or you may find yourself bingeing or ‘comfort eating’ which in the longer-term may affect your physical health and self-esteem. You may also prefer to avoid sex. All these experiences are normal and will pass in time.
The Canberra Rape Crisis Centre acknowledges that we conduct our work on the lands of the Ngunnawal & Ngambri People, Traditional Custodians of the Canberra region. We pay respect to First Nations Peoples and Elders past and present throughout the nation. We recognise the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities, and acknowledge that lands were never ceded.
Canberra Rape Crisis Centre
Service Assisting Male Survivors of Sexual Assault
P.O Box 3805,
WESTON CREEK, ACT 2611
Admin & Business Enquiries:
Business Phone Line (02) 6287 3618
Email crcc@crcc.org.au
Crisis Support & Services Information:
Crisis Phone Line (02) 6247 2525
Crisis Text Contact Only 0488 586 518
Crisis Email Contact crisis@crcc.org.au
Community Education & Training Enquiries:
Business Phone Line (02) 6287 3618
Email cep@crcc.org.au
CRCC is committed to excellence in service provision, intersectional feminism, access & equity, diversity & inclusion.
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