I'm pregnant by my rapist...

Less than a month ago I was raped, I know the person that raped me, and he held a gun to my head and told me I better never tell anyone, I have been really depressed lately and I have been cutting myself and dealing with an eating disorder, and I just took a hope pregnancy test, and It came back positive what do I do

carissa,

I dont know your background, but you need to talk to someone. I would advise the police but if you cant do that you need to start with a friend or a family member who can support you through this. Its too big to manage alone.

Hello, Thanks for responding to my message. I know I need to tell the police, but i'm scared 2. I don't know if I should keep it, or put it up for adoption

Is there anyone you can turn to, do you have family or a friend? Its just that its such a huge decision and i cant see how you can manage alone.

I know it may seem hard to go to the police but i really think you should if you are able to. maybe a friend could come with you

One of my best friend knows and that is all, So should he go with me to the police? Would it be wrong to get an abortion?

Hi, carissa.

I'm so sorry for what has happened...so sorry.

Yes, I would take a friend with me to the police station so you don't have to be alone.

From there, they can get you in with a good counselor who can "walk with you" through these MANY questions you must have right now...regarding abortion, prosecution, and alot of other feelings and thoughts you're having right now.

Also, here is an excerpt which includes a number that you can call:

Call the National Sexual Assault Hotline, operated by RAINN, for free, confidential counseling, 24 hours a day: 1-800-656-HOPE. http://www.rainn.org/what-should-i-do/index.html

Please let us know and don't hesitate to send me a private message by clicking on my name and selecting the option to "send a private message". There is a 5 post limit in 24 hours for you right now but I want to make sure you're supported, ok?

KD

Hi, sorry for what you are going through.

This is not a decision one can make lightly, and what others think should not be the deciding 'vote'. You do need to have someone on your side for emotional support (family/friend), go to the police, and/or health professional to talk through your ordeal, its repercussions on your well-being and your options. It would be good to do this soon so you have all the support you need in these trying times.