Adult Indicators

Some common emotional and physical responses to sexual assault may include:
 

Inability to express emotions	Lack of concentration
Sleeplessness	Appetite loss/overeating
Sexual dysfunction	Loss of self-confidence
Fear	Inability to concentrate
Stress- related illnesses	Feelings of grief or despair
Nightmares	Problems with authority figures
Denial	Suicide attempts
Drug/alcohol abuse	Offending behavior
Displaced anger	Anxiety