Relationship and Sexual Violence
According to the CDC, 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men will experience physical violence by their intimate partner at some point during their lifetimes. About 1 in 3 women and nearly 1 in 6 men experience some form of sexual violence during their lifetimes.*
Relationship and sexual violence are traumatic and cause extreme stress. We are here to help you recover and rebuild your life. The resources below can be a good place to start.
Relationship Violence
What is relationship violence? (PDF) Learn more about relationship violence and understand your risk.
Learn to recognize the warning signs of Abusive Relationships (PDF) and get help.
The Domestic Violence Toolkit (PDF) can help you understand how to stay safe, leaver your abuser and get support.
Relationship violence can happen to anyone (PDF) regardless of gender expression, race or economic status. Read more to understand the warning signs and find out how to get help.
Relationship Violence - How to Help (PDF): Are you concerned a friend or loved one is in a violent relationship? Learn the right things to say, what not to say and how to get them the help they need.
Sexual Violence
Sexual Violence Can Happen to Anyone (PDF): We are here to help you heal from the trauma and to connect you with services that can help you rebuild your life.
Where To Go For Help
Immediate Help
The National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 (SAFE) or TTY 1-800-787-3224; 24/7 confidential hotline.
National Dating Abuse Helpline: 1-866-331-9474 or TTY 1-866-331-8453 or Text LOVEIS to 22522. www.loveisrespect.org 24/7 hotline and online chat for teens and young adults.
National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673 (HOPE); 24/7 confidential hotline.
Ongoing Support
The best place to start is at your campus health center. If you need additional care or resources use Provider Search. If the Student Assistance Program is part of your benefit plan you can call 1-877-351-7889 (TTY: 711) to immediately speak with a counselor 24/7, or use the Talkspace benefit to text with a counselor on your schedule.
Telemedicine: Your plan also includes access to telemedicine. Use Provider Search to find providers that use telemedicine to meet with you via phone or online.
Informed Health Line: Offers 24/7 access to nurses for students (PDF).
Integrated Behavioral Health Case Management: For students overcoming challenges with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, eating disorders, and more. Contact Member Services to find out more.
United Way 2-1-1
www.211.org
Phone: Dial 2-1-1
2-1-1 connects callers to health and human services information and is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, even during disasters. Information and resources may be provided for a variety of needs including mental health, basic needs, and disaster assistance. Dial 211 from your cell phone to speak with a trained information and referral specialist. Calls are routed to service centers based on your geographic location. You may also search online for resources.
SupportGroups.com
www.supportgroups.com
This website provides a broad spectrum of open board forums on topics regarding addiction, relationships, stress, mental health disorders, and grief. To gain access, please visit their website and create a member name.
Podcasts
Episode Abuse includes any words or behaviors that mean to cause harm. It can be physical, sexual and even emotional. Any form of abuse is dangerous to your well-being and health.