Rape & Sexual Assault
Nobody should have to have sex if they don't want to or be involved in any kind of unwanted sexual activity.
Help and support is available if it's happened to you or you're worried it's happening to someone else.
Are you or is someone else in immediate danger?
Dial 999, try to remain calm and answer the questions the emergency operator asks you as best you can.
If you think you or someone else is at risk of being raped, assaulted or abused
If you're worried that you or someone else is in danger, speak to a trusted adult such as a relative or a teacher straight away.
If you're still worried, call Childline free on 0800 1111. The operators at Childline always believe what young people tell them.
If you can't speak to someone you know, then call Childline free on 0800 1111.
If you've been abused or sexually assaulted in the past
The first thing to know is that it's never your fault.
Nobody should have to put up with being sexually abused or assaulted.
It can take a long time to come to terms with being treated in this way. Talking to someone about what happened can help you work through your feelings.
Rape Crisis Argyll and Bute offer advice and support to people 13 years and over who have suffered sexual abuse, assault or rape.
- Visit the Argyll and Bute Rape Crisis website.
- or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
If you feel ready to talk, call Childline free on 0800 1111