Was I Sexually Assaulted Quiz

Dr. Kimberly VanBuren, PhD, LMFT-S, LPC-S
Verified Marriage & Family Therapist Reviewed by
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15 Questions | Total Attempts: 19625 | Updated: Dec 15, 2025

1. How clear is your memory of the experience?


Some parts are a blur, and I feel unsure about the details.
I remember it clearly, and I felt completely out of control.
I remember it clearly and didn’t feel threatened or unsafe.
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2. What first name or nickname would you like us to use?

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3. Did you say or show that you were uncomfortable or unwilling?


Yes, I said no or tried to pull away
I didn’t say anything, but I felt frozen or unsure
I didn’t express discomfort and generally felt okay with what was happening

4. How did the other person respond to your reactions?


They ignored or dismissed how I felt.
I’m not sure—they seemed unsure too.
They were responsive and checked in with me

5. Were you under the influence of alcohol or substances?


Yes, and it affected my ability to fully understand or respond to what was happening
A little, but I still felt mostly aware
No, I was sober and aware the whole time. No, I was sober and aware the whole time

6. Did you feel pressured, even subtly, to do something sexual?


Yes, I felt pushed into it even if it wasn’t obvious
I felt uncertain about whether I could say no
No, I felt I had full freedom to decide

7. How did you feel right after the experience?


I felt shaken, scared, or deeply uncomfortable
I felt confused or unsettled afterwards
Neutral or okay with what happened

8. Did you ever say no or try to stop the situation?


Yes, I tried to slow down or stop things, but it didn’t seem to change what was happening
I didn’t say anything, but I felt unsure, frozen, or unable to respond
No, I didn’t feel the need to stop anything at the time

9. Did the person have any authority or power over you (age, position, etc.)?


Yes, they were older or held some kind of authority or influence over me
Somewhat—there was an imbalance, even if it wasn’t formal authority
No, we were on equal footing

10. How did the experience affect your emotional well-being?


I still feel hurt, confused, or triggered by it
I feel unsure, but it’s something I think about
It hasn’t had a significant ongoing emotional impact

11. Did you feel you had the option to leave or stop what was happening?


No, I felt stuck or powerless
Maybe, but I didn’t feel like I could say anything
Yes, I felt I had the ability to leave or stop things if I wanted to

12. Were you explicitly asked for your consent?


No, I wasn’t asked or given a real chance to respond
Not clearly—it was implied, not discussed
Yes, there was some communication or checking in

13. Was this experience something you would have agreed to in another context?


No, it didn’t align with what I’m comfortable with
Maybe—I’m unsure how I feel about it now
Yes, it generally aligned with my comfort level

14. Have you felt hesitant or ashamed to talk about what happened?


Yes, I’ve felt afraid, hesitant, or unsure about talking about it
Somewhat—I haven’t fully known how to describe it
Not really—I’ve been able to talk about it when needed

15. If someone told you this same story, how would you feel for them?


I’d feel deeply concerned and want them to seek support
I’d feel something wasn’t quite right, but I’d have questions
I might see it as a confusing or unclear situation

16. Have you considered speaking to a therapist or support person about this?


Yes, I’ve been thinking I might benefit from support
I’ve considered it, but I’m unsure if it’s necessary
No, I haven’t felt the need so far
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