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A story of a sexually abused girl. Broken...confused...and doesn't understand love at all. She doesn't believe in God. She grows up to be a broken adult who has traded sexual abuse for physical abuse believing it's what she deserves. She's never seen a healthy relationship and has no idea how one functions. She's developed a relationship addiction in hopes of finding someone that can love her. In her co-dependency, she strives to find the man that...
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Anti-sexual violence movements, such as MeToo and TimesUp, turn much-needed attention to the nonconsensual acts that affect millions around the world. These movements not only inspire social change, but highlight the importance of asking for voluntary, conscious, and enthusiastic affirmatives to expressions of desire and sexual activities. Through this insightful and sensitive resource, readers will discover what it means to survive and heal from...
44) Palmers Gate
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Set in a small working-class town near the South Jersey shore, Palmers Gate describes 11-year-old Robby Cleff's attempts to understand and befriend the classmate who lives next door. Colleen Gardner is a childlike, virtually silent girl who may or may not be hiding a chilling secret. Sparely written but emotionally charged, the story builds to a powerful, indeed incendiary climax.
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What began as a hashtag has become a revolution. In 2017 the Me Too movement dominated the headlines, impacting not only workplaces but also campuses and classrooms. This book takes a close look at the issues of sexual violence and harassment and provides information on what you can do to make yourself, your friends, and your community safer. Sexual violence and harassment are alarmingly widespread problems that we as a society have only just begun...
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This sensitive yet frank book empowers readers in grades seven to twelve to take on a particularly insidious adversary. Readers will learn to identify, avoid, and repair damage done by a sextortionist by reading about case studies, advice from the FBI and Interpol, and the latest in cybersecurity techniques. Call-outs offer information that is sure to pique the reader's interest and draw connections between technology, people, and security, while...
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It is estimated that almost 1.3 million women and girls in the United States are raped each year. Fifty-four percent of rapes go unreported, and 97 percent of rapists are never incarcerated for their crimes. This guide to coping with rape and sexual assault takes readers by the hand and guides them through the survival process, whether the reader is a victim or the friend of a victim. Beginning with what to expect when reporting the crime and ending...
48) Sexual Abuse
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Sexual abuse is not an expression of love; it's hurtful and destructive, and it's a crime. Teens read a gripping account of what sexual abuse means, the typical abuser profile, and what the lasting effects of sexual abuse can be. This informative book also explains how sexual abusers are using the Internet to find victims, and it offers helpful steps to prevent being an online victim. The final chapter explores ways to help in coping-through getting...
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Sexual assault on the campuses of universities and private schools appears to be on the rise. Alcohol and fraternities are easy targets, but the issue is much more complicated. Despite attempts made by administrators to define consent clearly, it can be a legal gray area. Students condemned by a school's excessively broad definition of sexual assault can be branded rapists long after graduation. Victims must face their attackers on campus because...
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The CDC estimates that nearly one in five women and one in seventy-one men have been raped in their lifetime. Almost half of them experienced their first rape before age eighteen. But what exactly constitutes rape and why does it happen? Using sensitive narrative and inspiring case studies, this book guides teens--whether they are survivors, friends of survivors, or confused or concerned citizens--through the process of what to do if they are raped,...
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Sexual abuse of children and teens is shockingly common, not to mention under-reported and under-prosecuted. Fortunately, research and education are helping to change that. The trauma of sexual abuse may lead to further long-term symptoms such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, eating disorders, and substance abuse. It is known to increase suicidal thoughts and self-harming behaviors. Seeking help from professionals-even years after the abuse occurs-can...
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The sexual exploitation of children is one of our most disturbing social problems. It's far more common than most people realize: more children are coping with sexual abuse than with asthma. This book provides clear and supportive information on what sexual abuse is, how to get help, and how to help a friend who has experienced it. Sexual violence and harassment are alarmingly widespread problems that we as a society have only just begun to confront....
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Sexual assault continues to plague college campuses, workplaces, and homes. It is a crime that is too often kept secret or swept under the rug, but more and more survivors are making their voices heard. Each section of this modern comprehensive guide will take the reader through what defines sexual assault, where it occurs, people who are affected, safety guidelines, how colleges deal with sexual assault, why it's not reported, prosecution, and recovery...
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Sexual harassment is a problem that is prevalent in the lives of people of all ages. Although victimization was once more direct, as we live our lives with various social media and other online outlets, new, more subtle ways to harass have emerged. This insightful volume helps readers recognize sexual harassment when they experience or see it. They will learn about the power in calling out sexual harassment, that they are not alone, and how to help...
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Rape culture is the normalization of sexual assault and degradation of victims. Things such as catcalls and explicit song lyrics may seem harmless, but they contribute to an atmosphere where people, particularly women, are regarded as objects. This makes it easier for rapists to justify their actions to themselves. Readers are introduced to these and other crucial points about this important social issue and the rising level of awareness surrounding...
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Experts believe that nearly half of all middle and high school students will face sexual harassment at school alone. This crucial volume helps young readers define sexual harassment, which is the first step to combating the problem as both a potential victim of sexual harassment and as a potential perpetrator. Readers are provided with strategies for addressing harassment and information on where to turn for help. This book will empower those who...
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No matter who you are, experiencing sexual violence or harassment can be devastating. But there is hope-many people have been through these situations and have come out the other side stronger than they were before. This book will help you get started on your way to recovery, from reporting an incident all the way to long-term strategies for self-care. Sexual violence and harassment are alarmingly widespread problems that we as a society have only...
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Abby is starting high school-it should be exciting, so why doesn't she care? Everyone tells her to "make an effort," but why can't she just be herself? Abby quickly feels like she's losing a grip on her once-happy life. The only thing she cares about anymore is talking to Luke, a guy she met online, who understands. It feels dangerous and yet good to chat with Luke-he is her secret, and she's his. Then Luke asks her to meet him, and she does. But...
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Márcame, amo es una recolección de las explosivas revelaciones alrededor del juicio de Keith Raniere, llevado a cabo entre mayo y junio de 2019 en la corte este del Estado de Nueva York. En sus páginas están los antecedentes del grupo que formó alrededor de él, sus cómplices y víctimas principales, y los mecanismos que le permitieron a Raniere convertirse, de un estafador de ligas menores, en el líder de una peligrosa secta de esclavas sexuales...
60) Betrayal
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When her husband is convicted of a crime he didn't commit, Kate plots her revenge on the people responsible.
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