I was s******* assaulted in December by a mutual friend. The thing is, while I was initially numb/confused, it’s turned into an attraction. I rarely get hit on, never asked out, so this, in its warped way, made me feel valuable to someone. What’s worse is I’ve attempted to be friendly with the guy, hoping it wasn’t a one-time deal, but he hardly acknowledges my presence. Makes me sad.

I feel so guilty, ashamed. I don’t know if attraction after an incident like this is common. What the hell is wrong with me?