TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
Hi my names J___, on november 26 I was sexually assaulted by one of me dear friends, someone who I loved seeing everyday, and someone who I was my reason to look forward to school. I had feelings for him. And ge betrayed me. I reported what happened but about 3 days ago I got my last call from the police that they won’t press charges because when he was question he seemed remorseful. But I never once got an apologyfrom him. His family doesn’t even know what he did. And I have to see him everyday. I just don’t know what to do. I have no closure known that I get to suffer while he gets to go on in peace. I dont feel like me anymore. And I’m afraid of men now. I can’t go in public by mysel anymore because it’s too much for me. I just need help I guess.

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hi,
I’m glad you contacted us here at TEEN LINE. From what you’ve shared with us here it sounds like you feel betrayed by someone who you care about, and trusted, which is a very awful thing, and im so sorry that you were hurt like that. I can imagine that you are frustrated by the lack of concern by the police about what he did to you, as well as his lack of remorse. Along with these feelings, it must be very hard having to see him every day. At this point it is really important that you talk to somebody who can help you sort out how you are feeling and can help you choose what steps to take next. A good place to start is with someone like a counselor, teacher, parent, or therapist, perhaps someone who is trained, and can help guide you toward healing. Here is a number to a great organization called RAINN 800-656-4673. They are there to help victims of sexual assault and can be a great resource for you. You can also call TEEN LINE between the hours of 6pm and 10pm pst, our number is (310)-855-4673, if you would like to talk more.

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