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Supporting Men and Boy Survivors of Sexual Abuse

General Material
Training Tools
Published Date
May, 2021
New Resources Added
August 31, 2025

Supporting Men and Boy Survivors of Sexual Abuse is a comprehensive training resource that explores the unique experiences of male survivors, highlighting prevalence, socialization, barriers to disclosure, and the impact of trauma. It emphasizes the role of masculinity and cultural expectations in shaping survivors’ responses, as well as the challenges they face in accessing support services. The training outlines how trauma affects men and boys biologically, psychologically, behaviorally, socially, and sexually, and provides strategies for advocates to adopt trauma-informed, culturally responsive approaches.