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RAINN (Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network)

Provides support and confidential crisis counseling for victims of sexual assault. Callers are automatically routed to the crisis center nearest to them.

Voice: 1-800-656-4673

Website: http://www.rainn.org

Verified: 4/4/2012

National Sexual Violence Resource Center

Provides information and referrals relating to all aspects of sexual violence to persons and agencies. Resources include statistics, research, legal, statutes and prevention. Not for crisis situations.

Voice: 1-877-739-3895

Verified: 4/4/2012

National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline

Provides support, crisis intervention, problem-solving techniques and referrals for victims of dating abuse ages 13-24, their families and advocates. Limited information and referrals for batterers is available as well.

Voice: 1-866-331-9474

Verified: 4/4/2012

The above information was "verified" as correct on the date at the end of each entry. Since American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse's database is extensive but staffing is limited and information for these organizations can change, it is not possible to keep every entry in American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse database completely current and accurate. Please check with the organizations listed for the most current information.

For additional information on self-help groups, please visit the American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse web site at http://www.mentalhelp.net/selfhelp

If you find information that is not current, please contact American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse at: admin@selfhelpgroups.org

Copyright © 2012 American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse. All rights reserved.

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