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My dad likes to touch me. Is this sexual abuse?

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AshUnderstands
June 16th, 2016 5:23am
It depends on the way he is touching you. if it is sexual and inappropriate then yes it is. If this is the case you should seek professional help immediately. i recommend calling the police or telling a teacher / trusted adult.
UntilThen
June 30th, 2016 12:13am
If he touches you in a way that is inappropriately invasive then yes, that is sexual abuse and you should talk to someone.
HopieRemi
July 7th, 2016 7:07am
If you did not consent for your dad to touch you, then yes it is sexual abuse. It is never okay for someone to touch you against your will. Check out rainn.org
SarahRussell
July 9th, 2016 9:48pm
It is. for one thing, it is incest, which is illegal in the United States. Also, if it isn't consensual, it is sexual abuse.
gentleVoice88
July 16th, 2016 8:40pm
YES any type of touching in "private" areas or anything your uncomfortable with is abuse. Talk to someone you can trust. A listener or 7cups or someone at school or home. Always know you are not alone. This is not your fault and you deserve for this to stop.
allnaturalUnicorns70
July 27th, 2016 9:09pm
That doesn't sound good. Dad should not be touching you in a way which makes you feel abused. Please find someone safe to talk to ASAP.
Anonymous
July 29th, 2016 12:58am
If your father is touching you in an inappropriate manner please report this to a trusted adult immediately. If you would consider this touching inappropriate if you saw someone else doing it, then chances are you are right. Sexual abuse is very serious and any unwarranted sexual touching needs to be addressed right away. Please consider letting a trusted adult know if you feel that you are being sexually abused.
Marzipan33
July 30th, 2016 3:12am
That's what it sounds like. Now, good touch, like hugs and friendly cheek kisses, or tickles are acceptable (if you allow it). Any other touch (especially without your consent!) from anyone is unacceptable and may be sexual abuse/assault.
Anonymous
July 30th, 2016 3:27am
When a dad touches a little girl or boy sexually (on his private area, or on her private area) yes that is abuse. Not only is it abuse, but it's called molestation. Any dad who touches his child could get in a lot of trouble with the law. I never had my dad touch me in that manner, however, I have a step sister who mother's boyfriend, used to touch her private areas.
Anonymous
August 2nd, 2016 12:03am
If you don't want him to and he touches you in a sexual way this may be classed as sexual abuse, I would suggest you get in contact with a sexual abuse helpline for support
Anonymous
August 3rd, 2016 10:08am
if he touches you in personal places, yes this is sexual abuse. I would consider calling the sexual abuse hotline.
madhatter66
August 6th, 2016 12:25am
Yes. When i was younger my sister liked to touch me. i thought it wasnt a big deal. then i friend helped me realize it was. That is sexual abuse and it is not okay. If you want to talk to me I am Madhatter66. i am happy to talk with you about this.
helpfulHeart67
August 7th, 2016 12:35am
I am only a trained listener to sympathize with you . I would suggest you tell your mother or an adult. You should also contact the Sexual Assault Hotline.
Anonymous
August 7th, 2016 7:18pm
It depends in what way he touches you, but if you're uncomfortable with what he is doing I strongly advise you to contact a sexual abuse hotline for your country.
Anonymous
August 10th, 2016 12:16am
Depends on what kind of touching you mean and how you feel about it. You asking this question seems like a indicator to the answer your seeking
Anonymous
August 21st, 2016 6:12pm
yes it can be considered that . Have you considered telling anyone? maybe another adult ? or family member
Anonymous
August 23rd, 2016 6:38am
if you are not ok with him touching you wherever he's touching you I would say that it is sexual abuse
plushParadise15
August 25th, 2016 1:09pm
It depends on if you feel inappropriate after the touch, did you feel like your intimate space was invaded?
amazingJoy168
August 31st, 2016 6:48am
Yes, if you feel uncomftable you shouldnt have to put up with this tell someone you dont deserve this
Anonymous
August 31st, 2016 11:15am
Yes, this is considered sexual abuse and should be reported. Please contact someone close to you if you are afraid to report this yourself.
sdmvs
August 31st, 2016 3:25pm
Yes honey, I think you should talk with someone about it and if it's from your family better, you need support
SilentGrace
September 1st, 2016 9:16pm
It depends on where and how he touches you. If he touches you at spots you wouldn't want anyone else to touch, it probably is some kind of sexual abuse/harrasment.
thoughtfulPomegranate86
September 7th, 2016 4:47am
Yes it is, any unwanted touching is sexual abuse and it's important you speak out about it because no girl deserves to be sexually deemed by unwanted advances
Anonymous
September 7th, 2016 6:33am
Yes, if it is not with your consent this is abuse and you should contact a person of authority immediately.
blissfulSoul98
September 7th, 2016 6:50am
Inappropriate touching? If so.....Yes. Seek help right away. Call local authorities or tell someone you trust and can confide in who will help you!
Sitti
September 7th, 2016 7:31am
Depends where he is touching. If he is touching places where he isnt supposed to touch, then yes he is feelig you up. In that case, ask help from an adult or professional to help you.
AeryeCH
September 9th, 2016 8:54am
Hi there, If anyone (no matter the relationship) touches you in a way you feel uncomfortable it's worth taking a look at what's going on. If in this case we are talking about touching intimate parts of your body or any part in some form that feels inappropriate it would qualify as sexual abuse, yes.
Anonymous
September 10th, 2016 1:55am
if you feel or think he is touching you in a sexual way then yes that would be known as sexual abuse.
PineapplePunkxoxo
September 10th, 2016 7:36am
It depends on how he touches you. If a person crosses his boundaries and goes against your will, then yes it is
Sunflower20
September 10th, 2016 10:32pm
Yes that's sexual abuse and he shouldn't be doing it! It is very wrong and he needs to stop that behavior. You are not alone because there are people who can help you.