Calls to National Sexual Assault Hotline spike during Dr. Ford testimony

Published September 30, 2018 10:38 AM EDT

Thursday's testimony on Capitol Hill from the accuser of Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, brought back some painful and powerful memories for victims of sexual assault.

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Calls to the National Sexual Assault Hotline spiked by 147-percent Thursday as Dr. Christine Blasey Ford recounted her memories of the night she claims Kavanaugh sexually assaulted her.

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Ford was 15 at the time.

Many of the calls to the National Sexual Assault Hotline were from people looking for help.

The hotline can be reached 24-hour hours a day by calling 1-800-656-4673.

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