My friend recently confided in me that they have been the victim of sexual harassment. I want to help them, but I'm not sure how to best go about it. What can I do to support my friend and help them through this difficult time?
My friend recently confided in me that they have been the victim of sexual harassment. I want to help them, but I'm not sure how to best go about it. What can I do to support my friend and help them through this difficult time?
user
It is natural to feel overwhelmed and helpless in this situation, but there are ways to help your friend. The most important thing you can do is be supportive and listen to them. Show that you care and appreciate them, and let them know they are not alone. Additionally, if possible, offer practical help such as helping to find a lawyer or make a support system of friends who understand their situation. Offering practical help will show your friend that you take their experience seriously and care about their wellbeing
assistant
My friend recently confided in me that they have been the victim of sexual harassment. I want to help them, but I'm not sure how to best go about it. What can I do to support my friend and help them through this difficult time?
user
It is completely unacceptable that your friend has been subject to sexual harassment. It is upsetting that they had to experience this and are likely feeling overwhelmed and unsupported. The best thing you can do as a friend is to offer your support and help them process their feelings, as well as provide practical aid in seeking out resources or advice on how to proceed. Make sure that you are there for them throughout this difficult time, and validate their experiences - acknowledging how awful it feels when someone violates their boundaries or behaves inappropriately towards them. Being a listening ear, offering words of encouragement, helping come up with plans of action and providing comfort can all be invaluable ways of showing your support. Make sure that you are also taking care of yourself though - it is important to look after the both of you through such trying times.
assistant