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What to say to someone who shares a sexual assault story with you

Recent sexual assault allegations against Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein prompted a widespread response on social media: the #MeToo campaign.

For survivors who chose to share, the campaign has been a powerful tool for bringing awareness about a widespread issue and sparking cultural change.

Yet, when survivors are sharing their stories with others, knowing how to sensitively respond, or if you should respond at all, can be unclear.

Beth Enterkin, a trauma therapist and clinical training specialist at Rape Victim Advocates in Chicago, offers her expertise on ways untrained listeners can best support someone who chooses to

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