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https://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/well-good/104069939/come-back-to-bed-moving-past-sexual-assault While an increasing number of survivors of sexual assault have been brave enough to tell their stories since the #MeToo movement began last year, we still seldom hear from male victims. Aucklander Robert Tennent is one man changing that. The 19-year-old has rediscovered himself, and his sexuality, after a sexual assault in early 2017….
Another $12m will be spent on improving outcomes for male survivors of sexual harm – but caution remains
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Narcissistic people are more likely to be attracted to ordained ministry
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Sarick effect
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