Thanks! I'll try that resource first. Both of you have been a lot of help and I appreciate it.

Thank you Heather, and that would be very helpful. My zip code is 37067. I'll be looking myself but any assistance would be appreciated! I now realize that it's the lack of consent that legally defines it. Before I always thought it was if sexual activities happened after a direct 'no' was said. How...

I can understand how that would be. The law helps to define things but how we feel about events can be very different. I will try that approach with my family and see if I can't try to help them calm down. I will also look into finding a neutral person to talk to while I process as I don't want to c...

A major factor is looking for controlling or patronizing statements. Red flags immediately fly up in my head should I hear variations or things similar to the following (with examples): *"Don't worry, next time I'll be there to make sure you make a better decision." Legally-aged adult has ...

Well, damn. You're correct that it's not the answer I wanted to hear but I was coming around to understanding that would be the answer anyways. This event literally happened a week ago so I guess I am still processing that as well as other things he said verbally within the past two weeks. I'll keep...

:!: Warning readers: There is graphic, possibly disturbing content below. :!: A recent event has me confused as to how to handle it. The event led to me ending my relationship with my boyfriend as I felt taken for granted. Friends and family however, are really upset when I tell them about the event...