Sexual abuse is common in abusive relationships, but it is rarely discussed. The abuse can be subtle or overt, and commonly leave the victim with feelings of shame and humiliation.
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Sexual abuse is usually undesired sexual behavior by one person and can involve:
- Physically forcing sex
- Making you feel fearful about saying no to sex
- Forcing sex with other partners
- Forcing you to participate in demeaning or degrading sexual acts
- Violence or name calling during sex
- Denying contraception or protection from sexually transmitted diseases