I’m 20 and 2 years ago i got out of an extremely sexually abusive relationship with my ex boyfriend that i was in for 3 1/2 years. I never thought it would get easier or that I would be away from him, and now 2 years later life is almost back to normal- i still go to support groups and i’m re learning the signs of an abusive relationship, but if i could recommend anything; it’s going to a sexual health clinic.

In the UK they don’t report it to the police for you if you wouldn’t want that (i didn’t), and they can give you a non invasive check and advice- i was referred to 2 domestic abuse support groups and one for repairing new relationships/ ones broken. I felt completely abandoned by the system until i went to the clinic, and would really recommend it to any young girl, who like me is looking for what to do next. They also provide therapy and counselling at rates you wont find at a GP referral, you are never ever alone.