Elizabeth answers listeners' questions about romantic relationships, supporting survivors, parenting, and dealing with guilt from abuse. The questions this episode were:

• Advice for someone who orgasmed from rape and is struggling. (02:03)
• How can I be comfortable to start dating again with a history of sexual abuse? (04:39)
• How do you tell your boyfriends or husband about past trauma? (07:51)
• How do I help a friend who doesn't want to come forward with her story and filed charges against her abuser? (11:06)
• Are you over protective of your kids after what you went through? (14:43)

Show notes:
-Content warning: Today’s episode includes mentions of sexual assault.

-View the full transcript and related links at elizabethsmartfoundation.org/smart-talks-2-11

-Chat 24/7 with the National Sexual Assault Hotline.

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