DR. VERONICA Salter, psychologist said that because of Jenny's traumatic experiences she is going to need extensive therapy and counselling. She noted that a one-shot counselling session will not do, she needs to be put in a programme where she can build back her self-esteem and trust. She added that Jenny can be healed and this healing process can be done through the renewal, a new therapeutic, survival and support group that is operated through Woman Inc. for abused, rape, and chronically sexual abused victims.
When a victim seeks help from Woman Inc. there are several services they will receive that will aid in their healing process.
Once a rape has been committed it is a crime and if it has not been reported then the victim is directed to the rape unit.
If they have not yet seen a doctor then they are directed to one.
They will receive counselling sessions that help them to feel better about themselves. The sessions also give them assurance, guidance and encouragement.
If the victim is in an abusive or difficult situation then Woman Inc. will place her in a shelter on a temporary basis.
STEPS TO TAKE WHEN YOU ARE MOLESTED OR FACE INCEST:
Mrs. Loreen MacFarlane, counsellor at Woman Inc. offers these tips on molestation and incest.
If you are touched in an inappropriate manner by strangers or even male relatives then you need to tell someone who will listen. Tell your parents, school counsellor, or someone at church such as a pastor.
Parent or significant others in a child's life need to believe when your child tells you that someone has touched her inappropriately. Some mothers tend to disbelieve their children when they tell them they are being molested. This will cause the child to lose trust in adults.
One of the results of early molestation is promiscuity. But in some cases they can also become withdrawn.
It is important to teach children from an early age about sex and answer all their questions about it.
Relatives need to understand that incest is a crime and is punishable by law. They also need to know that the experience destroys the person for life.
