If you have been assaulted it is important to get checked particularly if you have had any of the following

The most important thing is to make sure that you are safe and kept well.  You should get medical advice as soon as possible if you are concerned about any of the above.  Remember that there could be a delay from when you are assaulted to when you become unwell, particularly if you have had a blow to your head.  You can go to:

Talking to the police to report an assault will always be your decision to make but remember people who commit assault could continue to pose a threat to you or others. If you don’t know who assaulted you try to write down a description of the person or ask any witnesses to do so.

If you report your assault the police will need to talk through what happened and may need to take some physical evidence from you and your clothes.

If you have been sexually assaulted in any way the police have specially trained staff who can help you.  The police can refer people aged over 16 to the Independent Sexual Violence Advisor.  Medical staff are also trained to be sensitive to the needs of people who have gone through traumatic events such as these so you should seek medical advice as soon as you can.

Any of the situations noted above can cause people anguish, physically and mentally, in the long term but with help & support things will improve. The following people will talk with you and support you should you need it: