Adoption Quote by Laurie Halse Anderson
“i was raped, too sexually assaulted in seventh grade, tenth grade. the summer after graduation, at a party i was 16 i was 14 i was 5 and he did it for three years i loved him i didn't even know him he was my best friend's brother, my grandfather, father, mommy's boyfriend, my date, my cousin, my coach i met him for the first time that night and- 4 guys took turns, and- i'm a boy and this happened to me, and- ...i got pregnant i gave up my daughter for adoption... did it happen to you, too?”
About This Quote
Source Memoir: "Survivor's Voice", 2020
The speaker recounts multiple instances of sexual abuse across childhood and adolescence, highlighting pervasive trauma and its lasting impact.
In simple terms: A person endured repeated sexual abuse from many close relations.
Key Takeaway
Seek help and support to heal from abuse.
Themes
trauma
abuse
family
trust
healing
Mood
somber
hopeful
determined
Type
advocacy
testimonial
When to use this quote
- counseling sessions
- support groups
- legal advocacy
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
psychology
power dynamics
survivor narrative
Questions to Reflect On
- What support systems could help survivors?
- How can communities prevent such abuse?
A Different Perspective
The quote may trigger distress and lacks context for recovery resources.
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