Everyone responds to sexual assault differently. There is no right or wrong way to respond. The important thing is to look after yourself.
If you are a victim of a recent sexual assault, it is important to
get help as soon as possible, particularly if you are considering reporting the assault to the police.
No matter when the sexual assault happened you can do something about it.
Medical, counselling and other help is available, including services which offer support for:
Sexual assault is a crime for which the offender is always responsible - it is never the victim's fault.