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    Navigate: FAQ Home Page > Rape/Sexual Assult > Step daughter was raped
    Posted on: 10/16/2008

    Question

    my step daughter was rape by her brother-in-law 2 yr. ago. her sister went back to him. i need to know my next step. he is a dentist.

    Answer

    I am so sorry for everyone involved. I hope your step-daughter reports the rape, as she may have the power to protect other young women. I suggest you start at RAINN (www.rainn.org/) or 1.800.656.HOPE. They can speak with you or your step-daughter and link you with a local counselor who can help her make the decision about proceeding with the report as well as healing! Good luck!


    Answered By:
    Nancy Brown , Ed.S, M.A., Ph.D.


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