How do I tell my mom I was sexually assaulted?

Full honesty is important. Sit her down and say to her than you need to tell her something that happened to you that has made you feel (how you feel) and, depending on her general demeanor, ask her to wait to comment until you finish or not to yell. You did the right thing in going to the police in this situation, too many women do and say nothing.But back to the full honesty. I know it can feel like revealing everything will ruin...everything...but in this case it is important to make sure your mother, and anyone who can help you, knows the whole truth. Things that seem like a huge deal now will diminish in the future. (I don't know what background you come from so the following is assuming your mother is less-than-understanding and that you live with her) If she says anything negative to you, or yells at you, or grounds you, I am SO SERIOUS HERE, ~~don't worry about it~~. The victim is never to blame in sexual assault cases. But I hope your mother is more understanding than that.Basically, just tell her the truth about what happened, what you think may happen, and how you feel about every aspect. If you think you may have trouble with her 1) Don't raise your voice, especially if she raises hers. This gives you the upper hand. 2) Make sure the conversation sticks to the subject at hand. 3) Make your voice heard. All the way. Thoroughly. Calmly. To the end.This may be more extreme advice than you need but I just wanted to cover all the bases <3 <3 <3

Parents are the strongest relations any person can have. Just say everything to your parents. They can help you become better.

Your mom loves you and will support you. don't be ashamed of the assault is wasn't your fault

I didn't type my answer in a solid text-block, but that's how it posted itself... :C

Hello, Miss Ashley, you did the right thing in reaching out.

I am terribly sorry to hear that this has happened to you. My heart goes out to you for the fear and the confusion you must be experiencing right now, as no woman should ever have to experience the trauma of any form sexual assault. It is an unfortunate and shameful fact of life that every generation, when polls are taken, the percentage of women sexually abused just seems to keep going up. It is understandable why parents are becoming neurotically protective of their children; in this age of convenience and slackened accountability, accessibility to our young people just becomes easier for sexual predators.

My answer is for you to take a deep breath and tell her. Let the words come out. There is no way to make it any easier, to soften the blow or to take the sting out. Your mother is going to be devastated to find out that you were hurt, just as you feel about being hurt. But Miss Ashley, your mother loves you, go to her and give her a big hug and let her help you and comfort you. You both need that comfort right now.

If you ever need to talk, my inbox is always open, as are those of any other Listener. You are among friends here, Miss Ashley. I know it is hard, but always remember that you deserve the same chance to pursue your happiness as anyone else. Never allow anyone or anything to stifle your will to live happily. Most importantly, never forget that you matter, and you are not alone.