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Understanding Sexual Trauma in the Latino Community: Breaking the Silence

Understanding Sexual Trauma in the Latino Community: Breaking the Silence

Sexual trauma is painful for anyone who experiences it, yet for many Latino individuals and communities, trauma is often further compounded by cultural norms, shame, or fear. This can mean that for many survivors, the trauma itself is only part of the struggle. The messages that many receive afterward can be centered around language that tells them to stay quiet, …