Intimacy & Dating After Sexual Assault

Relationships and intimacy after assault can bring new challenges. Survivors may face triggers that complicate dating, while partners may feel uncertain about how to provide support.

This teaching guide equips educators with tools to help students explore these challenges through thoughtful conversation. It includes structured prompts and reflection questions about PTSD, boundaries, and self-care, as well as strategies for partners to practice patience, communication, and respect. Paired with a short film created with Teen Vogue, the guide affirms that healing looks different for everyone and provides concrete tools for navigating intimacy with care and consent.