This makes it one of the most under-reported and least discussed crimes, experts said.Ī U.S. You're just on your own,' the former child star said. 'There's very little in this world that is taboo today, but this subject is still, like, shove it under the carpet, sweep it away, protect the abuser, deny the reality. Phillips spoke about the taboo nature of incest in her interview with CNN's Larry King. 'Unfortunately, it's something we hear everyday in our hot line, so to have somebody speak aloud about it was empowering to a lot of victims and survivors who went through similar situations,' Wilson said. Hot line for victims of domestic violence and those calling on their behalf
Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)Ģ4-hour telephone hot line (1-800-656-HOPE) and an online hot lineġ2-step self-help recovery program for adult survivors of child sexual abuse