Sexual Assault Resources for Healthcare Professionals
Sexual assault can have serious short and long-term health impacts on survivors including mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual effects.
Survivors may choose not to seek medical care because they don’t:
- Have any visible physical injuries.
- Remember what happened – for example, as a result of trauma or drug-facilitated sexual assault.
- Recognize that their symptoms indicate the need for emergency care.
Survivors may avoid accessing health services because the healthcare environment and medical procedures can be triggering. For example, a pelvic exam may make a survivor feel uncomfortable and unsafe.
Access the links below for more information on survivor healthcare resources and support strategies.
Trauma-Informed and Survivor-Centred Care
A trauma-informed, survivor-centred approach can help healthcare professionals care for survivors in a safe, compassionate and empowering way. Click the link below for more information.
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Healthcare Resources
Follow the link below for clinical resources and information on specialized sexual assault healthcare and follow-up care.
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