ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Sibling sexual abuse

Sometimes, brothers or sisters do things to their siblings that make them feel uncomfortable or scared. This is called sibling sexual abuse. It can happen when a sibling touches their brother or sister in a way that they don't like, or if they force them to do something that they don't want to do.

Sibling sexual abuse is not okay and it's important to tell a grown-up that you trust if you experience it. It's not your fault and it's not something that you should keep to yourself. Grown-ups can help you, protect you and stop the abuse from happening again. It's important to remember that everyone deserves to feel safe and respected, including siblings.