Other Guys Like Me

"I know first-hand how the pain and shame of such childhood experiences can affect one's life. I was so impressed by 1in6's mission and objectives that I joined the board of directors, and I'm committed to doing everything I can to ensure their success."

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Greg LeMond
3-time Tour de France Champion
Husband, father, and businessman
Abused by family friend, age 12

"I used to feel like I was the only who was recovering from sexual abuse. I was afraid and ashamed to reach out. When I first discovered this website, I felt like a prayer had been answered. I could get resources and books for free and read other men's stories. 1in6 is a beacon that points men to hope, help and healing."

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Tony Rogers
In film Boys and Men Healing
Middle School Teacher
Raped and abused, ages 9-11

"1in6 was born of true care and compassion. In every way its resources and information are offered with sensitivity and intelligence. I am deeply impressed with the organization and honored to be among those men lending support."

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Martin Moran
Actor and Author
Long-time partner
Abused by camp counselor, ages 12-15

"After escaping from seven years of sexual abuse, I suffered through a decade of painful recovery. If I'd had 1in6, not only would it have saved me from a tremendous about of pain, it would have allowed me to start helping others much earlier."

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Chuck Rosenthal
Professor, Author, Novelist
Husband and father
Abused by basketball coach ages 12-19

"As a man who was sexually abused, I know how important it is to have organizations like 1in6 that help us get through the darkness and let us know we're not alone. The day I found this site, I found support and information that I needed and needed to share."

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Theo Fleury
NHL Hockey Star, Olympic Gold Medalist
Husband and father
Abused by hockey coach, ages 13-14

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May these men inspire courage, hope, and strength in you.

One thing’s for sure: You are not alone.

At least 1 in 6 men has experienced unwanted or abusive sexual experiences in childhood.

So whatever experiences you have had – from a single incident you’re still trying to understand to years of what you know was repeated abuse, from sexual touching by a baby sitter to repeated intercourse with a family member – many other guys have gone through the same kind of things.

And whatever your race, religion, education, financial situation, line of work, or style of dress, and whatever you do for fun; whatever problems you have or mistakes you’ve made, or anything else about who you are – there are many other guys with experiences and challenges a lot like yours.

If you’d like to know about other guys like you – from guys just thinking about learning more to guys who have dealt with the effects and come out the other side – then this section could be useful to you.

Remember to pace yourself, and keep in mind: It can be disturbing to think about the many other guys, and triggering to think about their struggles (or even their successes, if you wonder, “Why haven’t I overcome that problem?”).

May these men inspire understanding, courage, hope, and strength in you.

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