Cardi B sparked a discussion on Twitter yesterday full of helpful tips on talking to your kids about sexual assault.
Parents responded with their own pieces of advice about talking to kids about sexual assault. One person wrote: “Also teach them secrets are not good, no matter how small.”
Someone else said, “Parents listen to your kids, believe your kids. Don’t sweep abuse + assault under the rug. Don’t force your kids to be near people that make them uncomfortable. Could be the pastor, relative, stranger, coach or teacher. Notice changes in behavior. Ask questions.” Another reiterated the importance of asking your kids. “Ask them constantly,” they wrote. “Babies and kids experience shame fear and humiliation the way we do. They talk to other kids but not always parents. Let them know which secrets they should never keep.”“Bro… imagine hating Cardi so much that you have to find a reason to disagree with a positive message for victims of sexual assault?” one person wrote. “… The hate is unreal. 😂 The message is the message.
If you have been a victim of sexual assault, call the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 800-656-HOPE.