Help for Victims

Contents
Introduction
Can I heal from this?
Am I still of worth?
How can the Savior help me as a victim of abuse?
What if I think the abuse is my fault?
Where can I turn for support?
Should I get professional help?
Is it possible to forgive?
What if I am struggling with trusting others?
Can I trust myself or my own judgment?
Can I build safe, healthy relationships?
How do I stay safe?
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Help for Victims

Help for Victims

Introduction
If you are being abused or have been abused in the past, you do not have to face this alone.
Can I heal from this?
Healing is possible. You can heal from any manner of abuse with the help of the Savior through His Atonement.
Am I still of worth?
You have infinite and eternal worth as a child of God, and abuse cannot diminish or take away your worth.
How can the Savior help me as a victim of abuse?
The Savior can comfort and heal you. The Savior experienced our pain, afflictions, temptations, infirmities, and sickness of every kind (see Alma 7:11–12). He knows how to help, support, heal, and comfort you in your time of need. He can take away your pain and sorrow.
What if I think the abuse is my fault?
If you are a victim of abuse, you are not responsible for what happened.
Where can I turn for support?
Support can come in many forms and from a variety of sources.
Should I get professional help?
Getting help can improve your life, increase your feelings of self-worth, and strengthen your relationships.
Is it possible to forgive?
If you have been a victim of abuse, you may feel that forgiveness is a seemingly impossible task.
What if I am struggling with trusting others?
If you have been a victim of abuse, you may feel like you will never be able to fully trust anyone again.
Can I trust myself or my own judgment?
It is common for victims of abuse to lose trust in their own judgment and lack confidence when making decisions. You can gain the confidence you need to trust yourself.
Can I build safe, healthy relationships?
With time and effort, you can experience fulfillment and joy in your interactions with others.
How do I stay safe?
Your safety is the most important consideration in a situation of abuse. No one is expected to endure abusive behavior. You can reach out to services for help and develop a safety plan to help keep you safe from further abuse. There are situations where it is advisable to leave.
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