The Quest of a Curious Muslim — Page 125

125 I have been sexually abused. What do I do? Sexual abuse involves any unwanted sexual activity which can, but does not always, include touching. This can involve any unwanted touching of a private area, forced to have sex, and being forced to touch someone else in a sexual manner. In addition to this, it includes being forced to look at a naked person, picture, video, or any media shown in a sexual manner. It can also be used to demonstrate power or authority. If you have been sexually abused, it is important to know it is not your fault. Whether it has happened recently or in the past, help is always available to you. If this has happened recently, please get medical help. Many hospitals provide care for sexual assault. You can receive medicine and testing for sexually transmitted infections (STIs).