Sexual abuse can happen to any teen regardless of gender or sexual orientation. The abuser can be male or female. Different terms used to describe unwanted sexual contact of teens include
- Sexual abuse: The abuser is a parent, stepparent, sibling, or other relative. The abuse usually happens multiple times. It is often difficult for the teen to disclose the abuse because it involves a family member.
- Date/acquaintance rape: The abuser is the teen’s current or past dating partner, friend, or classmate.
- Sexual assault: The abuser is usually a stranger.
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