Choice
There are many reasons why someone who has suffered an assault or rape may decide not to make a report. When asked “are you going to make an official report?” My immediate response was “no. Absolutely not.” The night I was assaulted, we called my friends’ mom. I knew she would know what to do and say. I knew she wouldn’t judge me and I felt safe telling her. I also knew she would most likely still be awake bc she’s a night owl haha. As my friend & I explained what was going on, her mom encouraged us to report him. I immediately regretted calling her and checked out of the conversation. (Later I was grateful, but at this moment, no.) There was no way I was going to report this. She also encouraged us to go to the hospital & again I was not interested but felt that was a better compromise as long as I didn’t have to involve police.
