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When intrusive thoughts make you question if assault was infidelity

My partner was sexually assaulted by someone they knew and I keep having intrusive thoughts about whether it counts as cheating even though I know that is terrible.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Trauma has scrambled your ability to distinguish between betrayal and victimization, creating shame about thoughts you cannot control.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Affairs, Betrayal, and Trust Broken?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.