… Sexual Assault … Sexual Assault … What is Sexual Assault? Sexual assault occurs when someone is coerced or forced into any type of physical or sexual contact. You may know of sexual assault as "rape", "date rape", and/or "acquaintance rape." Sometimes, a person may feel that they have to "go along with" or "give into" their partner's requests or demands. They may do so to avoid upsetting the … being intimate. Blaming yourself, feeling guilty, shameful, and/or embarrassed. If you were sexually assaulted, and find that you are experiencing any of the above feelings or experiences, you should consider seeking help. What to do if you have …