Why Does Sexual Assault Hurt So Much?
Episode 4 of the What They Don't Say: Sexual Assault and Everything in Between podcast, hosted by What They Don't Say Podcast, titled "Why Does Sexual Assault Hurt So Much? " was published on April 3, 2025 and runs 26 minutes.
April 3, 2025 ·26m · What They Don't Say: Sexual Assault and Everything in Between
Summary
Sexual assault is one of the most violating experiences a person can go through, but why does it hurt so much? In this episode, we break down the impact of sexual assault in a way that actually makes sense. From what trauma does to the brain to how it strips away autonomy, to the way society twists the narrative- we’re talking about all of it. Healing isn’t linear, but understanding what happened to you is a step forward. Let’s talk about it. Cheers!Get Educated: www.rainn.org/statistics/victims-sexual-violenceGot questions? Have an episode idea?Send us an email: [email protected] merch: whattheydontsay.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/whattheydontsayofficial/Tik Tok: www.tiktok.com/@whattheydontsayofficialIf you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted and needs support: 1-800-656-4573 (National Sexual Assault Hotline)If you value these conversations and want to help us keep them going, one way to support is through Buy Me a Coffee . Your contribution helps us continue creating these conversations. And if monetary support isn’t accessible, rating the show, sharing an episode, or following along on social helps more than you know <3
Episode Description
Sexual assault is one of the most violating experiences a person can go through, but why does it hurt so much? In this episode, we break down the impact of sexual assault in a way that actually makes sense. From what trauma does to the brain to how it strips away autonomy, to the way society twists the narrative- we’re talking about all of it.
Healing isn’t linear, but understanding what happened to you is a step forward. Let’s talk about it. Cheers!
Get Educated: www.rainn.org/statistics/victims-sexual-violence
Got questions? Have an episode idea?
Send us an email: [email protected]
Buy merch: whattheydontsay.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com/whattheydontsayofficial/
Tik Tok: www.tiktok.com/@whattheydontsayofficial
If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted and needs support: 1-800-656-4573 (National Sexual Assault Hotline)
If you value these conversations and want to help us keep them going, one way to support is through Buy Me a Coffee . Your contribution helps us continue creating these conversations. And if monetary support isn’t accessible, rating the show, sharing an episode, or following along on social helps more than you know <3
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